Instructor, Instrumentation
Job Description
TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students. Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences. Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
- Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.
- Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.
- Perform student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information.
- Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.
- Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.
- Demonstrate a willingness to be of service and exhibit pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts.
- Maintain flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.
Qualifications
- Required: Associate degree in a closely related field and demonstrated qualifications in the technology’s teaching discipline.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a closely related teaching discipline.
Skills
- Verifiable work experience with instrumentation working in one or more of the following industries: Oil and gas, Petrochemicals/chemical manufacturing, Power generation, Water and wastewater treatment, Pharmaceuticals, Food and beverage, Manufacturing.
- Understanding and empathy towards student experiences.
- Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning.
- Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies.
- Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.
Benefits
You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas’ comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more. Follow the links below for additional details: TSTC Benefits TSTC Retirement Plans Employee Discount Program