Instructor, Instrumentation

Texas State Technical College

• $90K — $103K *
Waco, TX 76706In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of industry experience in fields such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, or pharmaceuticals
  • Associate degree in a related field; Bachelor's preferred
  • Understanding of feedback control strategies and PID tuning
  • Familiarity with industry-standard instrumentation software
  • Experience with learning management systems like Blackboard or Canvas

Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction and support varied learning styles
  • Develop course syllabi and instructional plans using innovative methods
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure a safe instructional environment
  • Advise students and collaborate with student success offices for retention
  • Participate in recruitment events and assist program planning efforts
  • Demonstrate teamwork and flexibility in completing assigned duties
  • Integrate technology to enhance student learning experiences

Benefits

  • $2,000 per semester retention bonus (up to $6,000 per year)
  • Potential relocation bonus
  • Access to professional development opportunities
  • Flexible schedule options including evening and weekend assignments
  • Supportive working environment promoting teamwork and service
Full Job Description
Job Description:

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.

Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences.

Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.

Faculty will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY:
Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT:
Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.

STUDENT RETENTION AND PLACEMENT:
Performs student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.

PROGRAM RECRUITMENT & PROMOTION:
Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.

TEAMWORK & SERVICE:
Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintains flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

The core competencies for direct instructional delivery in an applied learning environment can be condensed into a few overarching categories:

TEACHING & LEARNING:
Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.
Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs.

MENTORSHIP & COACHING:
Understanding and empathizing with student experiences. Providing personalized guidance and support. Articulating ideas clearly and fostering open communication.

ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK:
Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning.Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies.

TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION:
Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.

Salary: $90,136.25- 103,656.68 (depending on qualifications)
2k per semester retention bonus (6k per year)
Options for a relocation bonus

Required Skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses

Verifiable work experience with instrumentation working in one or more of the following industries:
• Oil and gas
• Petrochemicals/chemical manufacturing
• Power generation
• Water and wastewater treatment
• Pharmaceuticals
• Food and beverage
• Manufacturing
Understanding of the following
• Feedback,cascade, ratio, and feedforward control strategies
• PID tuning and process analysis.
• Industry-standard instrumentation software
• Calibration of various manufacturing instrumentation

Preferred Skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses

Preferred candidate would also have:
• 5+ years related work experience
• Experience with industry-standard software and hardware platforms used in industrial process control and automation
• Knowledge of learning management systems (blackboard, canvas etc)
• Teaching or training department experience in an industrial environment

Education and Experience

Required
• Associate degree in a closely related field and demonstrated qualifications in the technology’s teaching discipline.
• Verifiable professional experience may be accepted in lieu of other requirements as approved by the Vice Chancellor who oversees academic programs, or his/her designee.*

Preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in a closely related teaching discipline


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