Industrial Maintenance Instructor

Virginia Community College System•Danville, VA

30d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946, and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered. This posting is limited to DCC employees only. This is a full time, temporary faculty position with state benefits, needed through December 2026. Applicant review will begin immediately.

Requirements

AAS Degree in teaching field
Proven experience with Programmable Logic Controls
2 years of relevant industry experience in industrial maintenance teaching field
Willingness to learn concepts, equipment and software as it relates to the courses and programs
Experience with using a variety of test equipment
Willingness to develop and build industry relationships
Commitment to the Community College mission

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education

Responsibilities

Maintain and monitor lab area for daily instructional activities including equipment setup
Prepare for and instruct established and approved curriculum and lesson plans to students in a professional manner
Must possess ability to prepare/adjust curriculum and training content to relate to various audiences
Review and discuss syllabi requirements at the start of each term with students
Answer all student questions as they arise to ensure student understanding and completion of material for Industrial Maintenance
Ensure students are aware of safety policies and monitor for correct procedures
Maintain professionalism within the classroom and coach students on their professionalism
Manage all classroom activity including lecturing, student assistance, and lab instruction
Ensure students are attending lab and online coursework
Resolve attendance issues as needed
Monitor student grades, and all student interactions in student files and on database in a timely manner
Advise students on issues affecting their education and provide guidance as needed
May be required to perform other duties as assigned