Full-Time Instructor - Architectural Technology - 12 Month

About the role

Sandhills Community College seeks a student-centered and industry-engaged full-time Architecture Instructor to provide high-quality instruction in Architecture and related disciplines within the Architectural Technology and related construction pathways.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned curriculum courses in Architecture and related disciplines using effective instructional methods and technologies
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials, assignments, assessments, and learning activities aligned with course and program outcomes
• Provide instruction in architectural specific courses using industry-standard software, including Revit, AutoCAD, and related architectural design technologies used in professional practice
• Maintain accurate and timely student records, attendance, grades, and required reports in accordance with college policies and procedures
• Support student success through academic advising, mentoring, and timely communication with students
• Maintain regular office hours and provide appropriate academic support to students
• Utilize the College’s learning management system and institutional technologies effectively
• Participate in program assessment, curriculum review, accreditation, and continuous improvement activities
• Participate in and support departmental Excellence and Opportunity initiatives, including outreach, recruitment, retention, and student engagement efforts
• Engage with industry and partner companies to support workforce alignment, student opportunities, advisory board activities, and program development
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, administration, and advisory board members to support program quality and workforce alignment
• Assist with student recruitment, retention, outreach, and engagement activities
• Maintain current knowledge of architecture industry standards, technologies, software, and practices
• Support safe and effective use of instructional labs, studios, equipment, and software
• Participate in college committees, meetings, professional development activities, and institutional events
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success

Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Drafting Technology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution; Professional experience in architecture, architectural drafting, design, construction documentation, or related areas; Proficiency with current architecture-related software and technologies, such as AutoCAD, Revit, and related design platforms; Strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills; Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and industry partners
• PREFERRED education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or a closely related field; Prior teaching or training experience in higher education, secondary education, industry, or workforce development; Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and 3D modeling technologies; Experience with architectural visualization, rendering, sustainable design, construction materials and methods or related specialties; Familiarity with community college teaching and student support practices; Willingness to accept program coordinator responsibilities through an additional stipend assignment, if assigned

Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including the North Carolina State Health Plan, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits.