Adjunct Instructor - Plumbing

Adjunct salary classification chart. FLSA: Exempt. Immediate supervisor: Assigned Department Chair.

About the role

The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for developing and implementing daily lesson plans and activities for proper management of assigned classes. The instructor creates a classroom environment that implements best practices, supports industry standards, and engages students in career and technical education. The instructor will also maintain industry and required certification(s) for specialized fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction reflective of current discipline standards using college-approved curriculum and resources.
• Actively engage and interact with students using intentional best-practice teaching strategies.
• Plan and prepare the learning environment with needed materials and supplies.
• Communicate and collaborate with full-time instructors in creating and implementing course curriculum, objectives, and materials.
• Present course content in an unbiased and civil manner, demonstrating respect, helpfulness, and responsiveness toward students.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, positive attitude, and supportive culture.
• Maintain appropriate record keeping for assigned classes, including student attendance, grades, and other related information.
• Facilitate student recruitment and assist in the promotion of programs.
• Actively participate in department and division meetings, events, and initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of students, parents/guardians, fellow staff members, records, and all information.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three years of employment experience in industry or a related field.
• Current knowledge in course content and effectiveness in teaching assigned subjects.
• An industry-recognized credential in the program field of study.
• Availability to teach daytime, evening, or weekend courses, as needed.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning (or ability to complete within six months of hire).
• Valid Missouri teaching certificate with the Department of Elementary & Secondary Education (or willingness to obtain).
• Teaching experience in the career and technical education field.
• Five years of employment experience in industry or a related field.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (such as Canvas).
• Participation in professional organizations related to teaching area.
• Experience with Colleague.
• Experience working within a collegiate setting.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk.
• Use hands to finger, touch, handle, or feel.
• Talk or hear.
• Move around and about their area and operate a computer as needed.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision.