Full Time Tenure Track Faculty (Mechatronics)

FULL-TIME TENURE TRACK FACULTY – MECHATRONICS

WILBUR WRIGHT COLLEGE

City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community collegesystem in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellitesites, providing more than 65,000 students each year access to aquality, affordable education. The vision of CCC is to berecognized as the city’s most accessible higher education engine ofsocioeconomic mobility and racial equity – empowering allChicagoans to take part in building a stronger and more justcity. Wilbur Wright College, one of the City Colleges of Chicago, seeksan innovative, collaborative, and student-centered tenure-trackinstructor to teach Mechatronics and Advanced Manufacturing courseseffective Spring 2026. The position will teach theory and hands-onskills to prepare students for successful careers in manufacturingtechnology as technicians. Reporting to the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs,the full-time faculty position conducts formal classes and meetsall lab objectives, when applicable, for assigned courses.Full-time faculty teach and evaluate students and prepare andrevise course syllabi and other educational materials. Full-timefaculty will have demonstrated success in the classroom bydeveloping and using effective teaching strategies that meetstudents’ diverse needs and engage students in critical thinkingand problem-solving. Additionally, full-time faculty contribute tothe overall operation of the College, support the mission of theinstitution, and employ the philosophical commitment of thecommunity college environment. City Colleges is committed to building a culture of excellence thatinspires everyone to become the best in class for students and thecommunity. City Colleges has a set of Academic Excellence Pillars that set the attributesand qualities that embody what it is to be an excellent member ofthe faculty at CCC. These pillars emphasize City Colleges’ focus onstudent learning and success, equity, and the importance ofinstructional technologies in becoming highly effective educators.Additionally, each pillar serves as a guide for supporting facultythrough their life cycle at CCC.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Designs courses and prepares syllabi that have clearlyarticulated student learning objectives and learning outcomes thatpromote students’ active participation in their own learning. Teaches on-campus and/or online classes in a manner consistentwith the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of the college. Creates an effective learning environment that fostersstudents’ intellectual curiosity and helps students to problemsolve using discipline-specific thinking strategies.Demonstratesexcellence in teaching and a commitment to integrating newtechnologies in the learning process. Helps students reach their academic, personal, and career goalsand fosters a safe environment that respects the diversity ofindividuals and ideas by modeling respect for all students andconveying confidence in every student’s ability to learn.Developsreciprocity and cooperation among students. Encourages activelearning. Employs a variety of teaching methods such as lectures,discussions, demonstrations, projects, and field trips in effortsto meet students’ varying learning needs, abilities, and interestsand to optimize student outcomes. Works individually with students who may need specificassistance in reaching their academic, personal, and career goals.Models respect for all students and conveys confidence in everystudent’s ability to learn. Provides regular and useful feedback to students in anobjective, consistent, and timely manner; evaluates and documentsstudent performance using established methods and criteria andrecords course grades promptly. Employs a variety of formative and summative assessments toensure that classroom instruction leads to student learning and theattainment of student learning outcomes for the course. Developsand designs an assessment program that ensures students’application and use of concepts, techniques, and innovationslearned both in the classroom and through external coursework. Stays abreast of innovations and current trends in one’sspecific academic discipline as they pertain to pedagogy andtechnology and continuously reflect on and refine their craft. Participates in professional development activities aimed atenhancing the Talents of Teaching. Attends regularly scheduled departmental meetings andcontributes to campus and District committees. Contributes to and provides leadership in academic andprofessional communities and promotes collaboration and teamworkamong members of these communities. Adheres to City Colleges of Chicago’s student-centeredphilosophy. Fosters student involvement and commitment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, ManufacturingTechnology, Engineering or a related technical field and at leasttwo industry credentials from the American Welding Society, theManufacturing Skills Updated1/2026Standards Council (MSSC), theNational Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), the AmericanSociety of Quality, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers or an electrician’slicense from the City of Chicago (will count as two industrycredentials) or an IBEW journeyman’s card (will count as two industry credentials);

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Eight years of experience in manufacturing, including experience inproduction or industrial maintenance and at least two industrycredentials from the American Welding Society, the ManufacturingSkills Standards Council (MSSC), the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), the American Society of Quality, theSociety of Manufacturing Engineers, the American Society ofMechanical Engineers or an electrician’s license from the City ofChicago (will count as two industry credentials) or an IBEWjourneyman’s card (will count as two industry credentials) Two to three years of teaching experience at the college levelpreferred. Excellent verbal and written skills required with the abilityto communicate persuasively with tact and diplomacy. Ability to work in a culturally diverse work environment. Experience with a diverse, multi-lingual student populationdesired, as is a commitment to the open access mission of thecommunity college. Has a disposition towards developing the competencies outlinedin the City Colleges Academic Excellence Pillars. Knowledge of Brightspace or similar Learning Management Systempreferred.Prior experience with online teaching (via Zoom) and/oronline teaching certification preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

FOR CONSIDERATION

All interested candidates, including current CCC employees, arerequired to submit ALL of the following documents together forreview: Letter of interest Resume or curriculum vitae Statement of teaching philosophy inclusive of commitment toequity in the classroom Legible copy of college transcripts (unofficial transcriptsinitially accepted; official transcripts required at time ofinterview) List of three (3) professional references (including e-mail andtelephone number) An in-person teaching demonstration will be required of selectedcandidates at a future date. Other information - This position is represented by: Local 1600CCCTU. Salary Information: $58,000 - $65,000 annually (9-month salaryrange) Offered salary will be determined by the respective collectivebargaining agreement and applicant's education, experience,knowledge, skills and abilities Benefits information is found at Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees withinsix (6) months of hire. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative actionemployer. Thank you for your interest in City Colleges ofChicago! #J-18808-Ljbffr City Colleges of Chicago