Adjunct Faculty - Advanced Manufacturing Salary See Position Description Location Amarillo, TX Job Type Part-Time Job Number 202400483 Division Industrial Tech Department 10_13_04_431030 - (IMT0) - Industrial Technology Opening Date 07/01/2025 FLSA Exempt Grade LH Description Benefits Summary At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way. This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Adjunct Faculty - Advanced Manufacturing who will be all-in on our mission and who will follow Amarillo College Mission and Strategic Goals and teach courses in the Advanced Manufacturing Program including Advanced Manufacturing core classes, and specialization courses in Electromechanical, Instrumentation, Renewable Energy, and HVAC areas. Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, laboratory, tech-supported, or online courses and in immediate preparation for respective courses, maintaining and improving competence in subjects being taught.This position is filled on an as needed basis, contingent upon institutional needs. Qualifications EDUCATION:Required: Associate degree or higher and demonstrated competencies in Advanced Manufacturing, i.e., Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or related field. *High quality work experience and professional certifications may substitute for educational requirements. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Advanced Manufacturing or Mechatronics. EXPERIENCE:Required: Three (3) years of industry related work experience. Preferred: Five (5) years of industry related work experience. Job Duties & Responsibilities Teach Advanced Manufacturing courses as assigned each semester. Courses may be scheduled during mornings, afternoons, or evenings. Locations include any Amarillo College Campus, or any off-campus instructional site (Dumas, Hereford, partner high schools, and TDCJ Unit).Teach assigned course(s) utilizing appropriate and engaging instructional methods and techniques.Create engaging lesson plans that promote student involvement and application of the material. Submit college reports and forms in a timely manner. Utilize a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines. Advise students before/after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods. Evaluate students to measure their progress. Attend meetings, trainings, and orientations as required. Participate in course and curriculum development, revision and evaluation.Design and implement assessments to measure student learning outcomes.Maintain accurate and timely records of student attendance and academic performance. Perform effective teaching activities, including classroom instruction, directing projects, and assisting with student coursework, research and internships.Plan, develop and present organized classroom instructions and learning opportunities for students in accordance with approved course outlines.Perform other work-related duties as required. As an Amarillo College employee, seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring striving to serve students, peers and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Wow, Family, Fun, Innovation, and Yes! Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to follow industrial safety standards.Knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.Knowledge of practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, equipment design, and production of various goods and services.Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.Knowledge of servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or mechanical principles.Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.Ability to repair machines or systems using the needed tools.Ability to troubleshoot mechanical electrical machines and systems.Good oral and written command of the English language and grammar is required.Ability to understand and apply learner-centered and high impact instructional methods.Skills in computer operation.Ability to work under stress, independently and as a team member.Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism at all times.Ability to educate themselves regarding college policies.Ability to maintain regular communication with students and provide constructive feedback to students.Ability to demonstrate and maintain competence in the use of instructional technology.Ability to ensure effective two-way communication at all levels of responsibility.Ability to teach day and/or evening courses as required.Ability to teach day and/or evening courses, off-campus, dual credit, online, and tech supported courses as required.Ability to maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community. Salary: Amarillo College Pay Grades, please review the TEACHING OVERLOAD COMPENSATION and ADJUNCT FACULTY COMPENSATION chart to view the salary pay scale. This is based on your highest level of education.Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time, and be able to move materials weighing up to 25 pounds.Work Conditions: Must be willing to work a flexible schedule (days, nights, weekends, holidays, and varying events if necessary.) Work Environment: This job may operate in a classroom, online, or tech supported setting. This role routinely uses standard classroom and office equipment such as microphones, audio/video-recorders, computers, overhead projectors, phones, copy machines, filing cabinets and fax machines. Notice of Background: Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal history background check and possibly a pre-employment drug test. Commitment Statement: Amarillo College is dedicated to building a workforce that embraces a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, fostering a culturally aware team at every organizational level. Our goal is a faculty and staff that mirrors the distinctiveness of our community and is continually enhancing their skills and knowledge to better serve our entire student population. Promotional Opportunity Policy: Under the Amarillo College Promotional Opportunity Policy, only current appointed or part-time non-appointed employees will be considered for a position during the first five (5) working days from notice or posting. Amarillo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Part-time employees are entitled to a free gym membership at the First Bank Southwest Fitness center, Free tuition up to 6 credits per semester, and a generous retirement plan. Employer Amarillo College Address 2201 S Washington St PO Box 447 Amarillo, Texas, 79109 Phone 806-371-5040 Website https://www.actx.edu/