ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES INSTRUCTOR

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution located in Cleveland, Tennessee. The college is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

About the Role

Instructors provide high-quality instruction that supports student learning and fosters a positive learning environment in the classroom. The primary responsibility is teaching and evaluating students in assigned courses, delivered on-site throughout the college’s five-county service area and online. Instructors also communicate with students outside of class and perform administrative duties, including committee work, assessment, registration, and advising.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach classes as assigned in accordance with course descriptions, syllabi, and departmental guidelines, including on-site and online delivery.
• Fulfill all instructional requirements required by Cleveland State Community College and the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR).
• Remain current in the instructional field and in effective teaching methodologies.
• Devote a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution, maintain appropriate office hours, and obtain approval for any commitments that may affect employment responsibilities.
• Be accessible to students for advising, academic assistance, and support.
• Participate in institutional and academic unit meetings.
• Maintain and safeguard all required records and report grades as prescribed by the Registrar.
• Comply with Cleveland State Community College and TBR policies and procedures.
• Participate in division, student, and academic year evaluations as required by the college.
• Support and participate in the college’s recruitment and retention efforts.
• Oversee laboratory and classroom safety while maintaining adequate stock levels of laboratory supplies.
• Perform public service and community engagement activities consistent with the institution’s mission.
• Support, promote, and serve as an advisor to campus clubs, student organizations, and related student activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related engineering or technology field; or
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in another discipline with demonstrated competencies through one or more of the following:
  • Professional industry certification (national, regional, or state)
  • Professional employment in a related field
  • Documented teaching excellence in related fields
• Ability to teach within the following areas of emphasis:
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Industrial safety
  • Alternating currents (AC) and direct current (DC) circuits
  • Electrical/mechanical print reading
  • Fluid power (pneumatics and hydraulics)
  • Technical calculations
  • Electrical motor controls
  • Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
  • Mechatronics
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in relevant electrical and/or mechatronics.
• Three years of post-secondary teaching experience in electrical technology/mechatronics instruction.
• Industry certifications.
• Five years of industry experience.
• Experience with alternative instructional delivery methods, including hybrid, online, interactive, or other technology-supported teaching formats.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of effective instructional practices and the ability to perform the responsibilities expected of a college-level instructor.
• Knowledge of the mission, role, and functions of a comprehensive community college.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to support student success through advising, student engagement, assessment activities, and participation in academic or institutional committees.
• Ability to develop, coordinate, or support educational and professional development opportunities for students, faculty, and staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to create documents, manage data, prepare reports, and support daily operations.
• Demonstrated competency in the use and operation of instructional equipment and technologies relevant to the discipline.
• Knowledge of available instructional media resources and their effective application in teaching and learning.
• Proficiency in computer-related skills necessary for job performance, including instructional and administrative technologies.

Work Activities & Equipment

Work activities routinely involve the use of standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, telephones, and other related devices. Employees are expected to perform tasks such as data entry, document preparation, email communication, and report generation using these tools.

Location

This on-site position is based at the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee. The role includes responsibilities at off-site instructional locations as needed, including the McMinn Higher Education Center (MHEC) in Athens, Tennessee, the Monroe Center in Vonore, Tennessee, and dual enrollment sites within the college’s five-county service area. The position may require travel throughout the college’s five-county service area, as well as occasional travel to state meetings, conferences, and other professional development events.

Pay

Salary will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and rank. Faculty grades and salary ranges are as follows:

• Professor: $62,246 – $77,807
• Associate Professor: $50,754 – $63,443
• Assistant Professor: $45,060 – $56,324
• Instructor: $40,852 – $48,736

Benefits

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/H.S.A.
• Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in health).
• Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Longevity Pay.
• Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401k with $50 match, 403b, and 457.
• Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays/Year.
• Sick and Annual Leave.
• Sick Leave Bank.
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants.