Adjunct Instructor- Industrial Readiness Certificate Program (noncredit)

Adjunct Instructor- Industrial Readiness Certificate Program (noncredit)

Salary

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Location

Campus - To be determined by department, MI

Job Type

Adjunct Non-Credit

Job Number

202301219

Department

Dean Engineering & Technology

Division

WCE-EAT

Opening Date

06/17/2026

Closing Date

8/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NCAdjunct

Salary Range

$55.00 per hour

Position Level

n/a

Working Hours and/or Working Conditions

Hours are based on the needs of the department. Working Conditions: Part-time appointment with teaching load determined by departmental needs. Daytime, Evening, or weekend may be required. Must be able to meet instruction deadlines from department administration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated expertise in trade preparation Prior teaching or training experience preferred Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to adult learners or entry-level students

Supervision

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Direction received from the Associate Director WCE-EAT SUPERVISION GIVEN: May give directions to part-time lab staff as assigned.

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Job Function

The Trades Preparation Instructor is responsible for delivering foundational training to students entering industrial, manufacturing, and skilled-trades pathways. This role focuses on developing students' competencies in applied mathematics, blueprint reading, and introductory industrial processes. The instructor will teach three integrated courses-IRCP-8001, IRCP-8002, and IRCP-8003-designed to prepare learners for success in apprenticeship programs, technical training, and entry-level trades positions.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach applied mathematics concepts including whole numbers, fractions, decimals, signed numbers, ratios and proportions, square roots, tapers, and gear ratios using practical shop-based examples (IRCP-8001).
• Instruct students in blueprint reading fundamentals, including line types, view orientation, symbols, conventions, dimensioning, sectioning, auxiliary views, and interpreting assembly drawings (IRCP-8002).
• Deliver an overview of industrial processes, workplace expectations, and career preparation for the skilled trades (IRCP-8003).
• Reinforce math, measurement, and blueprint reading skills through hands-on activities and shop-relevant problem-solving.
• Provide clear demonstrations of measuring tools and their proper use in industrial settings.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations and skills assessments in math, blueprint reading, and measurement.
• Monitor student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, assessments, and student performance.

Education

• Associate degree or higher focused on the trades.
• Strong working knowledge of applied math, blueprint reading, and industrial processes.

Qualifications

• Effective communication, organization, and classroom-management skills.
• Journeyperson status, trade certification, or equivalent industry credential.
• Prior teaching, training, or apprenticeship-mentoring experience.
• Familiarity with adult-education principles and competency-based instruction.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Employer Macomb Community College

Address 16000 Hall Rd

Clinton Township, Michigan, 48038

Phone 586-445-7885

Website https://www.macomb.edu/human-resources/index.html