Engineering Full-time Instructor

DESCRIPTION This position is a full-time tenure track, 10-month classroom teaching assignment in the Mathematics, Science, and Engineering Division.
The current teaching load is 15 lecture hour equivalents per semester.
Faculty are also responsible for 5-office hours per week and are expected to devote as much time as necessary to perform the professional responsibilities of the position.
Participation in professional activities, curriculum development, and campus committees is expected.
The teaching assignment may include courses offered in either onsite, online and/or hybrid format, evening and/or Saturday classes.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Teach 15 lecture hour equivalents per semester in Engineering using various teaching methods including demonstrations and active learning strategies.
Maintain 5 office hours per week, including regular posted office hours, which are accessible to students.
Responsible for preparation time.
Participate in faculty/division meetings; yearly program review; curricular planning, development, and implementation; student learning outcomes: data collection and writing outcomes analysis, program learning outcomes, development, assessment, and implementation; evaluation of educational programs; and college governance to advance the college's mission and strategic goals.
Participate in faculty professional development and continuing education activities that are designed to maintain and develop currency in the field, pedagogy (for traditional and online teaching and learning), and student support strategies, especially as they relate to student equity initiatives.
Maintain records of attendance, census, grades, etc.
Provide an environment conducive to effective learning.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and others encountered in the course of work.
Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Travel between District locations is also expected.
Performs other instructional-related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Applicant must meet one of the following requirements) Master’s degree in any field of engineering OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry or geology OR the equivalent.
(Note: A bachelor's in any field of engineering with a professional engineer's license is an alternative qualification for this discipline).
Antelope Valley College Equivalency: Equivalency not needed, per faculty division.
AND a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students (tit.
5 § 53024.
1).
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: A degree or specialization in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering as evidenced by relevant coursework in one or both fields.
Knowledge of and experience with the implementation of one or more of the following programming languages: C, C++, Python, and/or MATLAB Previous community college or college level teaching experience, including graduate teaching assistantships in engineering.
Knowledge of and experience with current engineering laboratory materials and methods that includes the use of digital oscilloscopes, power supplies, digital trainers, etc.
Knowledge of and experience in using online course management systems.
Knowledge in developing and/or implementing innovative teaching methods, including active learning engagement activities.
Computer simulations: computer-based circuit design program (PSpice, Multisim, etc.
) is highly desired.
Experience with teaching in an online environment.
OTHER INFORMATION APPLICATION PROCESS This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered: Application Current resume Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s).
Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.
S.
transcripts and degrees by a certified U.
S.
review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
Two (2) current letters of professional reference signed and dated within the last year.
Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by March 25, 2024.
Applications with incomplete information (i.
e.
, statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
VISA AVC does not sponsor visas.
ACCOMMODATIONS If you have, any questions or concerns or require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (661) 722-6311.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success.
AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations.
To find out more about AVC, please visit our websiteatavc.
edu.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.
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