Adjunct Instructor- Floor Covering Installation -Hourly, CE

Iowa Western Community College’s Business and Community Education division, in partnership with the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF), is seeking a knowledgeable and passionate Adjunct Floor Covering Installation Instructor to help train and inspire the next generation of flooring professionals. In this part-time instructional role, you’ll share your hands-on industry expertise with students through both classroom instruction and practical lab demonstrations. Using FCEF-provided curriculum, tools, and resources, you'll help students build the skills needed for success in the floor covering industry. This position is ideal for experienced flooring installers who are ready to give back to their trade by shaping the future workforce.

If you're passionate about your craft and ready to make a lasting impact on both your industry and your community, this teaching role offers a meaningful way to lead and inspire the next generation.

• Teach program-specific content in-person and online using established curriculum
• Prepares materials needed for course instruction, labs, and testing;
• Create a focused and engaged learning environment;
• Encourage student performance and growth skills;
• Support the academic success of our students and prepare students for a career in the floor covering industry.
• Communicates effectively and efficiently with students, faculty, and staff;
• Conducts lectures, discussions, and other teaching activities in-person and online;
• Relates instruction and material to course objectives;
• Submits grades, attendance, reports, and records in a timely manner;
• Participates in professional development.
• Supervise and assist students during lab sessions, ensuring proper equipment use and adherence to safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, performance, and grades per institutional policies.
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to curriculum and instructional improvements.
• Ensure instructional equipment and materials are well-maintained and ready for use.
  
  

General Expectations:

• Demonstrate IWCC’s core mission, vision, and values.
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.
• Uphold strict confidentiality at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Communicate classroom material needs promptly to the Continuing Education Coordinator or Program Director.
• Ability to pass a background check
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of Journeyman level certification and or Master certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of trade experience.
• Remains current in field
• Computer/Technical Skills; Internet, Word, PowerPoint, Email, Zoom.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Will train the right candidate
  
  

Training Requirements

Experience-Floor Covering Installation 3 years (Preferred)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Minimum of Journeyman level certification and or Master certification preferred.

• The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
• Bending, Crouching, or Kneeling during hands-on lab demonstrations or classroom setup
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
  
  

Cognitive Requirements: (as presently performed to accomplish essential functions)

• Reading, Writing, Calculating
• Social Interaction Skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Works with Minimal Supervision