Part Time Instructor, Civil Engineering Technology

Central Piedmont Community College•Central Campus - Uptown/Elizabeth, NC

About The Position

Central Piedmont Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence throughout their employment in subject-matter mastery, teaching performance, evaluation of student learning, support of college policies and procedures, participation in college/division/program activities, and contributions to the growth and enhancement of the college’s mission and programs. The instructor teaches assigned credit or non-credit courses in Civil Engineering Technology or a related discipline, plans and delivers instruction that supports documented student learning, evaluates student work, and maintains course and student records. The role also includes student advising and consultation, collaboration with colleagues and administrators, participation in college activities and curriculum development, and support for student recruitment and retention. Work takes place in a typical classroom, lab, clinical, and/or online learning environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a related field.
Teaching experience in a community college or university setting.
Five years of industry experience.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate thorough and accurate knowledge of the field, interpret and evaluate relevant theories, connect the subject to related fields, and keep current through professional development and participation in professional organizations and events.
Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate.
Teach an appropriate course load and plan and organize instruction to maximize documented student learning.
Use appropriate teaching and learning strategies, adapt methods to diverse student needs, and use available instructional technology when appropriate.
Encourage communication and higher-order thinking skills through appropriate assignments; contribute to instructional materials aligned with course objectives; incorporate core competencies into the curriculum; and develop, update, and post course syllabi in a timely manner.
Establish meaningful student learning outcomes and explain fair methods for measuring progress toward them.
Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently, return student work promptly, maintain accurate progress records, and submit final grade rosters by established deadlines.
Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.
Teach assigned classes in a multi-campus environment and teach credit or non-credit courses within the field as needed.
Post and maintain regular office hours for student and colleague access, and serve as a faculty advisor within the college’s advisement system.
Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines in accordance with program and divisional policies.
Maintain confidentiality of student information, provide substitute instruction for colleagues when needed, steward college facilities and materials, and record and provide attendance data according to college policies and procedures.
Serve on assigned college, divisional, and program committees; participate in required meetings and events; and respond promptly to administrators’ information requests.
Support part-time and full-time colleagues, contribute to curriculum development, participate in graduation ceremonies, and communicate effectively with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators individually and as part of a team.
Maintain familiarity with college goals, mission, and long-range plans; contribute through appropriate planning and development channels; and participate in professional activities that advance the college’s educational goals.
Perform professional responsibilities in alignment with college, division, and program goals, missions, and plans, and participate in marketing, recruitment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff.