Industrial Design Adjunct Instructor

Diablo Valley College • Martinez, CA

256d • $77 - $128

About The Position

DVC's Industrial Design department is looking for qualified adjuncts to teach IDSGN-107 Furniture Design Studio and IDSGN-221 Transportation Design Studio classes. The course covers the design process including color drawing, three-dimensional computer-aided design, ergonomics/human factors research, and rapid prototyping/scale model-making. Applicants should have excellent skills in communication and experience working with individuals or teams in a collaborative educational environment. Although teaching experience is preferred, applicants with no prior teaching experience but a strong aptitude or interest in teaching are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Master's in any field of engineering OR Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry or geology.
• Bachelor Degree in any degree with two years work experience in industrial design / product design/engineering.
• Associate Degree in any degree with six years' work experience in industrial design/product design/engineering.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated commitment to student learning and promoting the success of all students in an open-access learning environment.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and ability to motivate and teach community college students of diverse ethnic backgrounds, cultures, preparation, learning styles, and/or disabilities.
• Commitment to professional growth and development, to innovation and improvement of teaching.

Responsibilities

• Providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules.
• Creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking.
• Evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work.
• Meeting with students outside of class.
• Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
• Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member.
• Maintaining accurate academic records.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS).
• District-paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents/domestic partners including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending (125) plan.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Deferred compensation (403b and 457).
• Sabbatical Leave.
• Travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts on health memberships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree