Instructor, Carpentry/Construction - (Adjunct/PT)
Job Title Instructor, Carpentry/Construction - (Adjunct/PT) Full Time/Part Time Part-time Job DescriptionWe strive to offer programs that provide equitable educational outcomes for all students representing all backgrounds, including, but not limited to, ability, age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status. At GTCC, we are committed to cultivating a workplace culture of inclusion that welcomes, develops, supports, and empowers employees. We are looking for an exceptional instructor who shares our institutional mission, vision, and values, to join the instructional team.Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.Under general supervision, this individual will prepare and teach carpentry/construction training courses designed for continuing education for the workforce industry. The faculty member must be able to instruct a wide variety of building processes in a laboratory environment and may be required to teach day, evening and/or weekend hours. Flexibility to teach on any of GTCC's multiple campuses (Greensboro, High Point or Cameron Campus).Duties/FunctionsTeachingPrepare & teach departmental courses to include:developing learner centered lesson plansemploying teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning stylesincorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environmentscreating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student populationpreparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriateupdating and revising curriculum to maintain currencydeveloping new courses as needed to support the instructional missionparticipating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriatedeveloping, conducting and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning in outcomes courses and programs/general education as appropriateProfessional DevelopmentMaintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:* participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation* participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategiesAdministrationProvide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipmentproviding for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditionsmaintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, Self-Service, Canvas)complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulationsStudent SupportProvide an environment conducive to student success to include:conducting recruiting activitiesproviding academic advisingpromoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for successassisting students with the registration and graduation processreferring students to campus and community resources when appropriatemaintain student recordsCollege ServiceSupport college-wide endeavors to include:collaboration with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules and support student successserving on department, division and college committeesparticipating in GTCC institutional initiativescollaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCCsupporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation)participating in extracurricular student activities/clubsattending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as requireddemonstrate and model the College's employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.perform all duties as assigned by supervisorDifficult Challenges Contacts Education Required* Diploma in Carpentry, Construction, or related field from an institutionally accredited college or university or the equivalent (e.g. journeyman apprentice).* National Center for Construction & Education Research (NCCER), Instructor Certification Training Program (ICTP) completion and Test Proctor Certification or the ability to attain certification prior to class start date.Education Preferred* Associate's degree in construction management or a related field from an institutionally accredited college or university.Experience Required* 3 years of relevant industry experience in the construction industry* 2 years teaching and/or industry training experience in construction/carpentry topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminarsExperience PreferredMore than 3 years of relevant industry experience in the construction industry as a carpenterPostsecondary teaching experienceExperience with commercial construction processesExperience with assessment of student learning outcomesExperience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systemsKSA RequiredThe Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its "open door" policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:1. Multi-task2. Supporting the Vision and Mission of the College3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment5. Communicate effectively6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutionsKSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements* Instructor must complete the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Instructor Certification Training Program (ICTP) and Test Proctor Certification, in order to be an approved NCCER Instructor and exam Proctor.The following (compliance) training is required and must be completed within the first 30 days of hire with annual refresher training thereafter: (additional training may be added as needed)Reporting RequirementsAnti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IXSafety/Shooter on CampusPersonal Information Protection Training (PIP)Ethics and Social ResponsibilityCanvas Certification (If teaching online or hybrid-within 30 days of hire)Physical DemandsPhysical Activity: Long periods of standing and or walkingEnvironmental Hazard(s): | 15-30%