Workforce Development Facilities Maintenance Technician Instructor

Workforce Development Facilities Maintenance Technician Instructor Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York. The college seeks adjunct faculty to teach up to 1,500 hours per year in the Workforce Development Department. The teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs, and applicants will be part of a standing pool which the college will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. The adjunct appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment. Instruction may occur during the day, evening, or weekend. This position will teach HBI Core and HBI Maintenance Technician 2 courses in Workforce Development. The Adjunct Facilities Maintenance Technician Instructor directly supports the Workforce Development’s Facilities Maintenance Technician program. This role helps meet all training needs for the department and is responsible for providing students with career‑technical training and instruction in the following areas: Basic Principles for Construction, Carpentry, Electrical Principles, Building Construction Technology, Housing Wiring, HVAC, Masonry, Plumbing, Green Applications for Residential Construction, and Appliance Repair. The instructor will also motivate and counsel students in behavior, training, or study habits; coordinate with other staff as needed to resolve issues affecting student training. Duties include developing and preparing lessons, recommending curriculum changes, and providing supplemental materials. The instructor must keep up to date with and effectively use technology and media in the classroom, track student attendance, and post assignment feedback in a timely manner. Workplace language and behavior expectations are used in both shop and classroom settings, and the instructor routinely inquires if individual students need assistance. The instructor participates in program evaluation and college activities, performs other duties or participates in special projects as assigned, and maintains college and department standards in support of the college’s mission and strategic plan while implementing and adhering to all school policies. Additional duties include maintaining program inventories; ensuring sufficient consumables, supplies, and equipment; ensuring all instructional materials are prepared and readily available; monitoring the Facilities Maintenance lab and equipment needs for proper operations; and securing instructional aids and materials as needed. The instructor will also establish and maintain a working relationship with the maintenance‑technician industry to ensure training relevance and create a pipeline of jobs for graduating students. Essential functions: Design and delivery of instruction for day and evening classes. Deliver courses covering knowledge of Facilities Maintenance systems. Responsible for student assessment and grading. Maintain adequate on‑campus presence. Provide timely communication with students, staff, and administrators of the college. May be required to perform other duties as assigned or assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent. Significant work experience within the Facilities Maintenance field. Prior experience delivering or developing training. Passion for the discipline and commitment to a student‑centered philosophy in support of academic excellence for diverse learners. Excellent interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators as an individual or as part of a team. Willingness to serve the needs of traditional and non‑traditional students from diverse backgrounds and age groups. Ability to modify instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs. Plan and organize instruction to maximize documented student learning. Adopt methods that fairly measure student progress toward learning outcomes. Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return work promptly to promote learning. Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to the division administrator each semester according to established deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience and/or strong interest in teaching and inspiring adult learners to fulfill the college’s mission to change lives and empower students to succeed. Must be able to work at all campus locations. Additional Considerations Community college teaching experience. Teaching experience in online or hybrid, and traditional face‑to‑face classroom modalities. Proficiency and experience in using instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas) with ability to use technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences. Ability to measure, assess, and align student outcomes within courses or programs. Journeyman or Master certification in one or more construction trade. Operation of a state vehicle: Yes. Supervises employees: No. Required travel: Minimal. The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non‑merit factors. The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. Applicants will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of identity for employment purposes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Community Colleges