Adjunct - AutoCAD for Electrical Design

JOB GOAL:

To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

Pay is $1304 per credit hour.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Kirkwood Community College’s Industrial Technologies Department is seeking a part-time instructor for CAD-108 CAD for Electrical Design (2 credits). The position requires experience creating and editing drawings using CAD software. Successful candidates will be self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to communicate complex concepts clearly to students.

The schedule for this course is as follows:

• Section B: M/T/W/TH, 2:05-3:00 PM, January 12th – March 6th
• Section C: T/TH, 3:00-4:30 PM, January 13th – May 4th

Adjunct faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions scheduled intermittently based on institutional need. Adjuncts are not guaranteed work in any semester and are notified of course assignments prior to each term as courses become available.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively organize and teach curriculum in accordance with established syllabi.
• Deliver in-person instruction and engage students.
• Prepare syllabi, evaluate student work, and provide timely and constructive feedback.
• Maintain a safe lab environment.
• Refer students to appropriate college support services as needed.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Represent the college in a positive and professional manner.
• Support a welcoming, inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
• Meet institutional expectations for class attendance, grading, and assessment.
• Respond promptly to student and administrative communications.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of three years of full-time (6000 hours) industry experience in in AutoCAD drafting and familiarity with electrical schematics.
• OR a bachelor’s degree in industrial technology, mechanical or electrical engineering, or related field with at least 12 credit hours related to the areas described above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Experience with PLCs.
• Experience teaching at a college level or experience in industrial training.
• Experience working with English Language Learners.

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404,319-398-5572,equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone:(303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email:OCR.Denver@ed.gov.