Part-Time Instructor of Machine Tool Technology - School of Industry and Trades - Modesto Junior College 2025-2026

Modesto Junior College

Part-Time Instructor of Machine Tool Technology - School of Industry and Trades - Modesto Junior College 2025-2026

Salary: The Hourly Range: $78.15 to $124.94

Doctorate Range: $92.09 to $128.22

(2025-2026 Certified Part-time Instructor/Overload Hourly Salary Schedule)

Closing Date: Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 at 11:59pm

To apply, submit your application and required documents on-line via our applicant system at: https://yosemite.peopleadmin.com/postings/8791

The successful candidate will join a industry and trades department that continues to create curriculum responsive to student needs, increasing student completion through the implementation of strategies geared to increase student equity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree(s) or higher and two years of professional experience, or an Associate’s degree(s) and six years of professional experience. Professional experience required must be directly related to teaching assignment.

Determined by California State Chancellor’s Office. Click hyperlink for discipline applicable Minimum Qualifications.

The District has adopted an equivalency procedure that enables consideration of applications by individuals who may not directly meet the qualifications listed above. For more information on equivalency, you may access the link below:

https://www.yosemite.edu/recruitment/equivalency_policy_and_procedures

It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide proof of equivalency.

Knowledge of and ability to appraise the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Sensitivity to the needs, problems and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS

• Mobility: ability to sit or stand for long periods and move around lab and classroom environments. 

• Dexterity: fine motor skills sufficient to operate machining equipment, tools, keyboards, and instructional materials. 

• Lifting: occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently.

• Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.

• Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate, manage safety, meet deadlines, frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments, and engage with diverse students

*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to develop innovative curriculum and improve student equity. 

• Enthusiasm for teaching and supporting student learning. 

• Commitment to collaborative work with colleagues and industry partners. 

• Willingness to remain current in the machining field and major state initiatives. 

• Ability to adapt to change, engage in professional development, and participate in shared governance. 

Desirable Professional Characteristics

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or experience in teaching machining or machine tool technology at the community college level. 

• Current knowledge of manual machining, CNC machining, CAD/CAM applications, metrology, blueprint reading, GD&T, machine tool safety, and manufacturing processes. 

• Understanding of assessment processes for improving student success. 

• Competence in new and emerging machining technologies and instructional methods. 

• Experience working with racially minoritized students and commitment to addressing equity gaps. 

• Culturally responsive teaching experience related to machining and manufacturing. 

• Knowledge of Hispanic-Serving Institution best practices. 

Example of Duties

GENERAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Part of the teaching assignment may be online, in the evening, and/or on Saturdays. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teaching lower-division machining courses, including but not limited to machine tool processes, advanced machining, CNC operations,  CAD/CAM applications, manufacturing processes, and precision measurement. 

• Advancing equitable student learning through high-quality instruction. 

• Preparing course materials, grading assignments, and maintaining student records. 

• Developing and assessing student learning outcomes and using results to improve instruction. 

• Participating in professional development and FLEX activities. 

• Maintaining appropriate professional conduct and ethics. 

Salary : $78 - $125