Electrical Technology Instructor

JOB CLASSIFICATION

Pay grade level: N/A

Compensation: $56,342.51-$79,001.30. Commensurate with education outlined in the current collective bargaining contract salary schedule.

Employee category: Faculty - 212 days

Department: Electrical Technology

Reports to: Associate Dean of Career and Technical Education

FLSA status: Exempt

Job Code: TBD

Location: Primarily TEC, but any other college location as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Summary

Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) is currently searching for a full-time faculty member to provide high-quality, learner-centered instruction for students enrolled in Electrical Technology-related coursework at any KCKCC location while supporting the institution's mission, vision, and strategic plan.

Position Description

• Provide formal instruction and leadership in the Electrical Technology program using learner-centered pedagogy.
• Ensure curriculum, resources, and materials are updated with industry standards and practices.
• Specify, select, operate, and maintain equipment and/or training modules required to support the specific course(s) taught within departmental budget constraints.
• Ensure program equipment stays current and on trend with the industry.
• Work with program personnel on the departmental budget and utilize the e-purchasing system to purchase and procure programmatic items.
• Maintain and update course syllabi addressing targeted student abilities, specific competencies, textbook requirements, grading/assessment methodology, course scheduling, and/or other items as required.
• Prepare course lesson plans utilizing the approved program syllabi.
• Demonstrate commitment to the program, division, and total institution by timely attendance and submission of required grades, attendance, or other miscellaneous reports to the administration.
• Help to recruit and market the program to potential students.
• Collaborate on textbook selection and educational resources to support program learning with program personnel.
• Complete all assessment activities per the Office of Assessment's guidelines, including program review and documentation.
• Maintain an industry-based advisory board in support of a college-level program. The advisory board must meet at least twice per year.
• Assist in student job placement and follow-up.
• Ensure students are following appropriate safety practices.
• Participate in regular professional development.
• Hold regular program meetings with program faculty and staff.
• Serve on institutional committees as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to train and work with diverse students and learners.
• Strong computer and technology skills.
• Able to work professionally and collaboratively with industry partners.
• Knowledge of the latest industry technology and ability to integrate the technology into the program.
• Ability to work within institutional policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships.
• Ability to work with students, colleagues, and supervisors collaboratively and professionally.
• Ability and willingness to serve as an ambassador for the College by interacting appropriately with college stakeholders and the community.
• Ability to follow and issue instructions.
• Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service, and interpersonal skills.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of related industry experience.
• Associate degree in an appropriate discipline.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline.
• Previous teaching experience.
• Experience in learner-centered pedagogy.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

In performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. Occasionally, the employee may need to push or lift items. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing the essential functions of the role.

WORK SCHEDULE

Must be able to work a variable schedule/hour to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours.

TO APPLY

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• Read the job announcement carefully noting the initial screening date, minimum qualifications, and required information. Note that information contained in your application materials will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Make sure you complete/submit all the documents listed as required.
• If the position lists a required transcript (during the application process) unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, please note that upon selection for hire, you will be required to submit official transcripts.
• Ensure that your transcripts show that a degree was awarded or conferred if you are stating that it is your highest level of education completed. If you certify your level of education and it cannot be verified from your transcript(s), your application may not be referred to the selection committee.
• Foreign degrees are acceptable provided they have been translated and/or shown to have equivalency to a United States: Associate, Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate level degree.
• Documentation verifying completion of a degree, course work within a discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically attached (uploaded) to your application.
• Three (3) professional references with phone number and email addresses are required.
• A college selection committee is responsible for application review and interviews. The final candidate(s) selected to be hired will be made by the hiring manager.
• Successful completion of a background check on all persons recommended for employment is required Individual hiring departments may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
  
  

KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer