Open: November 18, 2011
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Closing: December 23, 2011
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| POSITION |
This full-time (non-tenure
track) teaching position is scheduled for six hours of student contact
and two hours of professional activity per day, Monday through Friday.
This Instructor will be responsible for effectively teaching a section
of Precision Machining Technologies, which is a two-year certificate
full-time program. Included are all aspects of theory and practice
for instruction on lathe & milling manual machines and CNC set-up and
operation. Curriculum also includes design using Mastercam. Other
professional responsibilities include: maintaining office hours at time
convenient for the students; serving as an ad hoc member of the program's
advisory committee; serving on departmental and college committees;
participating in professional improvement activities; and performing
other related duties as may be assigned by the Dean. This is a grant
funded position (Air Washington) expected to continue through September
30, 2014. Annual continuation of this position is contingent on
special funding. This position is scheduled to begin upon selection.
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ESSENTIAL
QUALIFICATIONS |
- Effectively teach the adopted curriculum for the Precision Machining
Technology program.
- Conduct learning activities and evaluate student progress towards
attaining the learning objectives.
- Using lecture, computer lab, and hands-on individual instruction, to
teach approximately 22 students.
- Follow the established syllabi and CBEs for courses within Precision
machining Technologies.
- Administer assessments of student achievement to include individual
assignments, projects, quizzes, and tests.
- Provide instruction for nomenclature, operation, safety principles,
and standards of production on the following machines: manual lathe,
manual mill, CNC mill and lathe machines including a 5 axis CNC machine,
cutoff saw, pedestal grinder, drill press, and surface grinder.
- Teach layout including use of Mastercam.
- Teach basic math, basic algebra and applied geometry and
trigonometry.
- Coordinate use of shop, classroom, CNC machines and computer lab
with the current Precision Machining Technologies Instructor who
teaches a section of 25 students during the same timeframe.
- Collaborate with current Precision Machining Technologies Instructor
and a math/English-as-a-second language instructor to maximize learning
opportunities for students in both sections.
- Collaborate with current Precision Machining Technologies Instructor
and the Air Washington Site Coordinator to restructure curriculum to
match the National Institute for Metal working Standards (NIMS)
certifications and online academic instruction such as Tooling U.
- Ability to coordinate students who work in four separate areas:
classroom, shop, CNC shop, and computer lab.
- Participate in instructor training and curriculum development
conferences for up to one week at a time between 2012 and 2014
that require overnight travel outside of King county.
- Establish guidelines and manage conduct of students as appropriate
for the classroom and machine shop.
- Maintain appropriate student records, documentation, and program
reports and submit them in a timely manner as required.
- Maintain and ensure program performance and competency standards are
met.
- Work effectively with student from academically, culturally and
economically diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work well within a team.
- Communicate effectively in oral and written English.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with students,
supervisor, and staff.
- Support the college's mission by creating a learning environment of
mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical
thinking.
- Effectively participate in staff and college committees and
activities.
- Develop an annual professional development plan and participate in
development activities.
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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- Four years of experience as a journey level machinist.
- Experience using a recent version of Microsoft Office and data entry
into an online information management system.
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PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS
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- Degree or course work in vocational education.
- Completion of a state registered apprenticeship program for
machinist.
- Experience with at least a 5 axis CNC machine.
- Experience and knowledge of Mastercam and/or Solidworks.
- One year of experience teaching or supervising.
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| COMPENSATION |
The academic year (184 days)
salary for this position is from $46,381 - $55,657, depending upon
experience, and excluding summer quarter, incentive programs and
advanced degrees. Employer paid benefits include medical and dental
coverage, basic life insurance, long term disability insurance as
currently provided by the State of Washington, a retirement plan, and
sick leave. Some of the benefits require that the employee pay a portion
of the fees and charges.
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| APPLICATION |
A complete application includes:
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Renton Technical College
employment application (see above link) or call (425) 235-2296.
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Cover letter, which describes
your interest in this position and how you meet the essential functions
and required qualifications, listed above.
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Current resume, which includes
dates of all employment.
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Unofficial transcripts of all
post-secondary education.
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Letters of recommendation
in support of the application.
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| APPLICATION DEADLINE |
To be GUARANTEED CONSIDERATION, applications
need to be submitted by December 23, 2011. Please send all application
material to:
Human Resources
Renton Technical College
3000 N.E. Fourth Street
Renton, Washington 98056
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| CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT |
The person hired must provide proof of
citizenship or other authorization for employment. As a faculty member,
this person will be required to become a member of the union, Renton
Federation of Teachers (RFT), and must pay dues to the union, or an
equal amount as a representation fee within thirty calendar days after
employment begins.
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| NOTICE |
Applicants who require assistance with the
recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Call (425) 235-2296 for additional
assistance.
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