Adjunct Instructor, NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research)

About the Department

The following duties, responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities, KSA’s, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements that may be added over the course of time.
 
SUMMARY:
Plan, prepare and guide the continuing education (CE) experience for adult learners to meet the stated learning objectives of assigned class (es). May also involve serving in a consulting role to help businesses address organizational development needs.

Position Duties

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):
High school diploma or High School Equivalency and a minimum of seven (7) years industry experience required in Construction or related trades (i.e., Master Welder, Master Electrician, etc.).
 
PREFERRED:
Ten (10) years subject-related industry experience required. Teaching, or corporate training experience preferred.
 
CERTIFICATIONS:
Certification in construction trades (i.e., Master Welder, Master Electrician, etc.), or any construction trades training certification, such as The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) preferred.

Possess an NCCER Instructor certification or be willing to complete NCCER Instructor Certification Training Program (ICTP), and obtain the appropriate certification from NCCER in the CORE area.

Minimum Qualifications

The incumbent:

• Will prepare assignments: This may include studying/customizing existing instructor/facilitator guides, as well as possibly developing the curriculum.
• Ensures effective learning tools (i.e., handouts, workbooks, audio-visual materials, and simulations) are ready in ample time for the class start time.
• Uses effective adult learning techniques to accomplish stated learning objectives for a variety of learning styles.
• Oversees, and at times arranges clinical setting if required and as a part of the assigned course.
• Will work collaboratively with the Temple College Business and Continuing Education Division in the scheduling and conducting of open-enrollment and customized, contract training for which you may be assigned.
• Professionally represents Temple College Business and Continuing Education in all interactions associated with scheduled assignments.
• Sets up and cleans up classrooms assigned, to include: Ensuring all a/v, computer equipment and other electrical items used are turned off before leaving; erasing white board; returning tables/chairs to standard set-up if rearranged.
• Attends meetings and/or professional development workshops/training as requested.
• Keeps current in area(s) of expertise related to continuing education assignments.
• Will perform other job related duties as required or needed.  

 
SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION:

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• As a Temple College Employee, actively engage in the Temple College mission of creating a culture of caring by providing excellent customer service to all internal and external customers and embracing the core values of Temple College: Excellence, Integrity, Community, and Respect.

Other Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of course delivery processes.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles. 
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of assessing student learning outcomes.
• Knowledge of appropriate subject matter and the application of that subject matter for the discipline being taught.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policy procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

 
SKILLS:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Skill to implement new strategies and procedures or examine and reengineer existing processes.

 
ABILITIES:

• The incumbent must possess the ability to engage students in the learning process. 
• The ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize, implement, evaluate, and modify instructional processes.
• Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events.

 
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Moderate physical activity that may include lifting, pushing, pulling of classroom furniture, materials, and equipment up to 30 pounds. Standing for extended periods of time. Keyboard manipulation.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in an interior/office work environment.

WORK SCHEDULE:
Varies from class-to-class, project-to-project assignment. May be weekdays, evenings or Saturdays; short sessions (i.e., 2 hours) over several weeks; several, consecutive full days; weekly or semi-weekly sessions for several months. Will require evening and/or morning work during class semesters.

This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.
 
HOURS REQUIRED PER WEEK:
Varies per assignment

TRS/ORP:
Dependent upon Current TRS Classification

SUPERVISOR OF:
None
 
DIRECT SUPERVISOR:
Workforce Director, Business and Continuing Education and/or Division Director, Business and Continuing Education.