Adjunct Instructor, Lithography - Danville, United States - Piedmont Virginia Community Collage

Description

Job Description

Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946, and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.

The primary responsibilities include instructing students, organizing and maintaining labs and lab equipment, recruiting and advising students, and assisting students with job placement. Teaching assignments may include day and evening classes for program-placed and non-program-placed students. Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in a related field

2 years of related industry experience

The ability to work with a diverse faculty, staff and student population

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Commitment to the community college mission

Willingness to learn concepts, equipment and software as it relates to related courses and programs

Excellent Microsoft Office skills

Ability to utilize campus resources including software and college learning management systems

Ability to exercise discretion and use sound judgement in decision making

Commitment to teaching excellence with an enthusiasm for teaching

Ability to use technology to enhance instruction and to effectively teach in classrooms and labs

Additional Considerations

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Prior teaching experience at the community or technical college level

Experience in curriculum and course design and development at a community or technical college

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel N/A