Part-Time Faculty Pool

Position Details
Part-time Faculty Pool - Engineering Science and Engineering Tech Instructor
Department Academic Affairs (Other Loc.)
Location Other
Posting Category Adjunct
Desired Start Date
Hourly Rate (if applicable) Hiring Range $1,000 per credit hour
Full Salary Range
Benefits
This is a part-time, non-benefited position.
Part-time faculty are eligible for 25% NWCCD tuition discount for the employee during the semester teaching.
Typical Work Schedule
NA
Overview
This is an ONGOING recruitment. Our adjunct faculty application is open to all disciplines. We accept part-time faculty applications all year long; when a department or division has a need to fill, they refer to the "pool" of part-time faculty applications on file. Although we may not have an immediate opening, we practice ongoing recruitment to attract exceptional faculty who have experience successfully teaching both in the classroom and online. We also plan to expand our course offerings at a growing number of partner campuses. We are actively recruiting exceptional faculty to teach in many disciplines.
Position Information
Posting Number P
Job Posting Date
Initial Review Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Provide high-quality instruction in accordance with the approved course outline of record.
Participate in general faculty functions related to the educational program and faculty development activities including assessment of student learning outcomes (SLOs).
Assignments may include day, evening, fully online, hybrid (partially online) and/or weekend courses.
Part-time, temporary, hourly assignments are on an as-needed basis. Part-time faculty meetings are conducted the week prior to the semester start. Course outlines of record, student learning outcomes to be assessed, and department policies will be provided or reviewed.
The Engineering Instructor will teach engineering sciences and technology and other related courses. Duties include curriculum development, use of innovative methodologies and willingness to integrate technology into classroom and online lessons.
In addition, the faculty member will provide academic counseling and guidance to students and actively recruiting students into engineering programs.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility: Students
Qualifications
Reports To
Dean of Career & Technical Education
Education/Qualifications
The successful candidate must meet one of the following criteria:
Master's degree or higher in content area from an accredited college or university; OR
Bachelor's degree in content area from an accredited college or university AND a Master's degree in a related field; OR
A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent of items 1 or 2 above. (Applicants applying on the basis of equivalency must complete all Equivalency questions on their application in addition to all other required materials)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to work in a collegial environment that embraces and encourages the talents of students and colleagues
Commitment to student centered learning
Skills necessary to work with broad spectrum of student abilities
Dispositional requests: A firm belief in the potential for all students to learn, a passion for teaching, a love of engineering as a discipline
A desire to work collaboratively and collegially with partner faculty and staff
Excellent computer skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate orally and in writing effectively
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Part-time, temporary, hourly assignments are on an as needed basis.
Classroom, Office, and Lab settings
Some evenings and weekends as scheduled
About Northern Wyoming Community College District
NWCCD welcomes all learners, empowers student success, encourages and strengthens community development. Faculty members work collaboratively in a supportive academic environment, partnering within and across departments to ensure that each student has the support, tools and resources they need to be successful. Our rich academic traditions and strong reputation make NWCCD's Sheridan College, Gillette College, and Sheridan College in Johnson County ideal places for students seeking associate degrees and certificates, transferring to four-year colleges and universities, preparing for the workforce, or pursuing lifelong learning opportunities.
Experience
Experience using technology as a instructional tool
Experience coordinating lab activities and purchasing lab supplies
Special Instructions to Applicants
All interested applicants must complete an online Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty Application located on our Employment Web site at All required documents must also be submitted (may be attached online). Any inquiries may be directed to:
Office of Human Resources
Northern Wyoming Community College District
1 Whitney Way
Sheridan, WY 82801
NWCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All NWCCD job postings are contingent on funding. Transcripts will be required and may be attached to your online application documents under "Transcripts" and for additional space, under "Other Documents" or emailed to: Letters of recommendation are highly recommended and can be attached to your online application documents (up to three letters), or may be sent to Human Resources at
Job Duties
These are the job duties for required of the position.
Instruct classes as assigned. Participate in general faculty functions related to the educational program and faculty development activities. Assignments may include day, evening, and/or weekend courses or online. Use of Canvas as a Learning Management System (LMS) is required for all courses. Applicants must have a laptop computer with reliable access WIFI. Faculty must adhere to NWCCD's Canvas Course requirements while ensuring demonstrable and documented regular effective contact with students.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
NWCCD Website
Personal Referral
Indeed
HigherEd Job
The Chronicle of Higher Education
Local Newspaper: Sheridan Press
Local Newspaper: Gillette News Record
Local Newspaper: Buffalo Bulletin
Other Advertisement/Publication
Other
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Letter of Recommendation 1
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
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