Part-Time Instructor, Construction

Position Subject to Schedule Availability of Budgeted Funds Part-Time not to exceed 25 hours per week Multiple locations Open until filled The role of the Part-Time Instructor, Construction is to provide knowledge in his/her field of expertise and to promote various student-centered learning activities that will stimulate an interest in critical thinking and a desire for life-long learning.

Various teaching strategies, learning styles and delivery methods including new technology systems will be utilized to reach this goal.

Maintains all activities associated with assigned course(s). The Part-Time Instructor, Construction receives supervision from the Dean, Business, Industry and Applied Technologies.

* Implements College goals as related to instructional area.

* Prepares, teaches and evaluates courses in all aspects of construction and related topics such as blueprint reading, tool and job safety and measurement.

* Uses various teaching strategies, learning styles and delivery methods to support student success.

* Remains current with industry technology, standards, trends and software.

* Maintains accurate records of students' attendance and performance.

* Participates and makes recommendations in the development of new course and program applications in conjunction with the Academic Dean.

* Reviews and revises, if necessary, program course syllabi.

* Incorporates retention strategies to encourage student / program completion.

* Assesses, prioritizes and orders equipment for the program and monitors the security of the program's equipment.

* Maintains a hazard free environment and practices safety in lab(s) or classroom.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Required: * High school diploma with at least two years of work experience or specialized training at the level required to meet professional preparation of assigned area of instruction.

* Must be able to lift at least 25lbs.

Desired: * Certificate, Diploma or associate's degree in Construction Technology or closely related field of study from a regionally accredited college or university.

* Five years of industry experience.

* Teaching experience.

* NC or VA Contractors License.

* OSHA Certified.

Required: * Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

* Ability to use a computer efficiently, especially standard office software.

* Ability to demonstrate organizational and time management skills.

* Must possess basic math and reasoning skills.

Desired: * Knowledge in related trades such as electrical and plumbing.