Part-Time Faculty, Educational Outreach and Events

About the role

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) is seeking qualified applicants to establish a pool for part-time instructors in Educational Outreach and Events for the Bicycle Technician Program. This position combines classroom and lab instruction with representing the college and the Bicycle Technician Program at cycling-related events throughout the region and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in bicycle mechanics courses, including classroom lectures, lab demonstrations, and hands-on skill-building activities.
• Assist with instructional duties in the Bicycle Technician Program, including lab support, student mentoring, and assessment.
• Collaborate with program faculty and staff to develop course materials, outreach curricula, and engagement strategies.
• Deliver hands-on demonstrations, workshops, and mini-lessons in bicycle mechanics at outreach events to promote the program and engage prospective students.
• Represent NWACC and the Bicycle Technician Program at cycling-related events, festivals, races, and community gatherings in a professional and positive manner.
• Attend and provide instructional support at events including, but not limited to, NICA championships, World Cyclocross, Bike Fest, summer camps, and clinics.
• Communicate program offerings, enrollment pathways, and career opportunities to event attendees, prospective students, parents, and industry professionals.
• Build and maintain relationships with cycling organizations, industry partners, and community stakeholders.
• Provide timely reports and feedback on event outcomes, community engagement, and recruitment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience in bicycle mechanics.
• Preferred qualifications include teaching experience at the college level or in a technical training setting, industry certifications in bicycle mechanics or related technical areas, active involvement in the cycling community, experience attending or volunteering at cycling events, races, or youth programs, experience with youth cycling programs such as NICA or similar organizations, and willingness and ability to travel to events regionally and occasionally nationally.

Skills

• Demonstrated teaching ability.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Familiarity with bicycle mechanics, repair, and maintenance, including braking systems, drivetrains, wheel assembly, suspension, electric bikes, retail, and service department operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to represent the college professionally in diverse public-facing settings.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences, including youth, adult learners, industry professionals, and community members.
• Willingness and ability to travel to events regionally and occasionally nationally.

Benefits

• Rate of Pay: $25.00 per hour.

Pay

• $25.00 per hour.

Schedule

• Part-time.