Description
Teach courses in the Electronic technology program based on the instructor’s qualifications and program needs. Instruction may include residential and commercial electrical wiring, electrical code, classroom and laboratory instruction in DC and AC theory, residential, commercial, and industrial wiring applications, National Electrical Code, and blueprint reading.
Other instructional areas may include motor theory, programmable logic controllers, motor controls, power distribution, basic drafting, and related electrical applications. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, and be able to work effectively in a team-oriented academic environment.
Adjunct instructor positions are part-time. Teaching assignments vary by semester and are based on enrollment. Therefore, there may be semesters where no assignments are available.
Essential Functions
Teach courses in the electrician program based on the instructor’s qualifications and program needs. Instruction may include residential and commercial electrical wiring, electrical code, classroom and laboratory instruction in DC and AC theory, residential, commercial, and industrial wiring applications, National Electrical Code, and blueprint reading.
Other instructional areas may include motor theory, programmable logic controllers, motor controls, power distribution, basic drafting, and related electrical applications. The successful candidate should demonstrate strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, and be able to work effectively in a team-oriented academic environment.
Adjunct instructor positions are part-time. Teaching assignments vary by semester and are based on enrollment. Therefore, there may be semesters where no assignments are available.
- Evaluate and grade students’ class work, laboratory activities, assignments, projects, and examinations.
- Prepare and deliver instructional materials, including syllabi, lesson plans, homework assignments, laboratory activities, handouts, assessments, and other course materials in person, online, or in a hybrid format.
- Provide classroom and laboratory instruction in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical applications, including wiring methods, electrical theory, blueprint reading, National Electrical Code, motor theory, motor controls, programmable logic controllers, and power distribution.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom and laboratory discussions that support student learning, technical skill development, workplace readiness, and safe work practices.
- Compile, administer, and grade quizzes, examinations, skills assessments, laboratory projects, and other evaluations of student learning.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, participation, grades, and performance in accordance with college policies and reporting expectations.
- Promote safe laboratory practices and ensure students follow appropriate safety procedures when working with electrical tools, materials, equipment, and training systems.
- Assist students in understanding course expectations, developing technical competencies, and connecting to appropriate college resources, including tutoring, advising, accessibility services, and other student support services.
- Participate in required college and program reporting processes, including grades, attendance, participation, assessment of student learning, and other documentation as needed.
- Work collaboratively with department leadership, faculty, staff, and industry partners to support student achievement, program quality, and alignment with workforce expectations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in the field of electrical applications or a related field. OR
- Five years of recent experience in the electrical field with emphasis in residential, commercial, and industrial wiring applications, and National Electrical Code, and have completed a journeyman electrician program.
- Must hold a current Master Electrician license in the State of Michigan.
- Knowledge of electrical theory, wiring applications, motor theory, blueprint reading, basic drafting, motor controls, and programmable logic controllers.
- Demonstrated ability to teach and assess students in both classroom and laboratory settings.
- Demonstrated organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team environment.
Unofficial transcripts for degrees held must be included with application and related work experience must be clearly identified on application and resume or application will be rejected as incomplete.
Supplemental Information
Jackson College only accepts on-line applications though this system. For assistance with this, please call 517-796-8468.
Please use your legal first and last names on your application. If you are selected, you will have the opportunity to identify and utilize your preferred name.
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess (even if you are repeating it from your resume or cover letter). For instance, do not say, "See Resume." Your resume and an unofficial transcript for the degree required must be attached to your application. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.
When you apply for the position, you will get to the document upload area where you will be given an opportunity to attach your documents. Instructions will also be found there.
Unofficial transcripts may be used as part of the selection process however those selected to teach at Jackson College will be required to provide official transcripts for all degrees held.
Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background as part of the employment process.
Jackson College is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.
Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.
Adjunct instructors are not employed directly by Jackson College with the exception of those receiving a pension from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System. All others are employed by EDUStaff, LLC. If you are selected to teach at Jackson College you will be required to complete EDUStaff's employment application and on-boarding processes.
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