Instructor, Electrical Systems Technology

Company: Guilford Technical Community College
Location: Jamestown
Posted on: May 4, 2021

Job Description:

#RPMTeaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.Under general supervision, this individual will develop, prepare and teach Electrical Systems Technology lecture and laboratory courses within the program. These courses may cover any of the following topics: residential, commercial and industrial wiring, motors, motor controls, switchgears and industrial motor control centers, interpretation of electrical prints, schematics and diagrams, PLC and photovoltaic systems design.Duties/Functions TeachingPrepare & teach departmental courses to include:developing learner centered lesson plansemploying teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning stylesincorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environmentscreating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student populationpreparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriateupdating and revising curriculum to maintain currencydeveloping new courses as needed to support the instructional missionparticipating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriatedeveloping, conducting and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriateProfessional DevelopmentMaintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditationparticipating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategiesAdministrationProvide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipmentproviding for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditionsmaintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle)complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulationsStudent SupportProvide an environment conducive to student success to include:conducting recruiting activitiesproviding academic advisingpromoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success assisting students with the registration and graduation processreferring students to campus and community resources when appropriateCollege ServiceSupport college-wide endeavors to include:collaboration with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules and support student successserving on department, division and college committeesparticipating in GTCC institutional initiativescollaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCCsupporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation)participating in extracurricular student activities/clubsattending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as requiredDemonstrate and model the Colleges employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.Additional Duties and Responsibilities:Maintain student records.Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required -Associates degree in Electrical Systems Technology or a related field from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution -Licensed Electrical ContractorEducation Preferred -Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institutionExperience Required -Three years recent, relevant experience as an electrician, or similar job title.-Experience with residential, commercial and industrial wiring-Teaching and/or industry training experience in electrical systems technology topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminarsExperience Preferred -More than three years recent, relevant experience as an electrician, or similar job title.-Experience with motors, motor controls, switchgear, and Industrial Motor Control Centers-Post-secondary teaching experience in Electrical Systems Technology-Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes-Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systemsKSA Required The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its open door policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:1. Multi-task2. Respect Diversity3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment 5. Communicate effectively6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed):1. Reporting Requirements2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)6. eLearning Level One (before the first day of the first semester teaching)7. eLearning Levels Two and Three for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods (before the first day of the first semester teaching)Specific Departmental Requirements:1. May include teaching day and evening and on multiple campuses2. Teaching schedule may change semester to semesterPhysical Demands 1. May include teaching day and evening and on multiple campuses2. Position may require standing for extended periods of time, stooping, walking, climbing, and bending to supervise students in electrical systems labs including confined areas, on elevated work stands, ladders, and platforms. 3. Exposure to hazardous materials is possible and will require safe handling, use and disposal. 4. Lifting, and the positioning of heavy equipment, such as motors, in preparation for classes and labs is required. 5. Work may be required in an environment that varies from hot to cold (seasonal), which can be both noisy and dusty, and require standing for lengthy periods.6. Conduct of labs requires supervision of up to 20 students in a large industrial shop and/or specialized labs as they perform required projects.Other:1. Criminal history checks, with acceptable results, are required.Posting Type Faculty recblid 0m566ohq9fieve2nntutpcygyy081y

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