New River Community College
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Instructor
New River Community College, Norwich, Connecticut, us, 06360
Overview
Details: Posted September 2, 2025. Level: Community College Professional 17, 12-month, Special Appointment. Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week. Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration for materials submitted by Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Location: CT State Three Rivers, 574 New London Turnpike, Norwich, CT 06360. This position is not remote.
Anticipated Start Date December 2025.
Position Summary The Community Colleges offer a wide variety of educational programs including two year academic degree programs as well as technical and occupational programs. Among the programs are Advanced Manufacturing, Mechatronics Automation, LEAN Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Engineering Technology, which combine classroom, precision machining and fabrication training, and internship opportunities as components of the instruction model. The Manufacturing Technology Instructor teaches courses in areas such as applied computer use, mathematics, blueprint reading and setup, calibration, and operation of complex machine tools. The Instructor provides both classroom lecture and hands-on precision machining instruction and may develop curriculum as needed to respond to workforce needs.
Responsibilities
Instruction planning and preparation: prepare course materials, syllabi and instruction outlines to address the learning needs of assigned students and be prepared for lectures and shop demonstrations.
Classroom and shop instruction: deliver instruction that results in progressive student learning.
Student records: maintain accurate, timely and useful recording and reporting of student performance.
Program planning, development, and oversight: determine public and industry interest in advanced manufacturing associate degree and certificate programs and assist in the design, development, and oversight of these programs and related courses.
In addition, the incumbent is expected to carry out essential duties such as attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies; service on committees and task forces; attendance and participation at meetings, which may involve evening or weekend events.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma (or equivalent) from a public comprehensive high school or vocational technical high school and ten (10) or more years of manufacturing technology industry experience OR
High school diploma (or equivalent) from a public comprehensive high school or vocational technical high school and five (5) or more years of manufacturing technology industry experience plus a CSCU community college advanced manufacturing technology certificate or a nationally recognized credential (e.g., NIMS, AWS, MSSC) OR
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate's Degree and five (5) or more years of manufacturing technology industry experience
Applicants who do not have prior teaching experience must complete approved professional development in academic and practical instruction techniques within the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in professional competence in assigned advanced manufacturing subject disciplines.
Academic and practical instruction techniques and methodologies.
Student testing and evaluation.
Ability to work effectively with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students; excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; strong IT literacy (e.g., Microsoft Office).
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated leadership experience within the manufacturing industry.
Experience providing on-the-job training or serving as an internal trainer within an organization.
Salary and Benefits Starting Salary: Minimum salary range $68,623 – $73,234 (approximate annual) plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits. Salary based on qualifications such as education, experience, and internal equity. Our benefits package includes generous leave policies, multiple retirement plans, health insurance options, and tuition reimbursement where applicable.
Application Instructions To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume. The cover letter may be entered as text or uploaded with the resume. Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered. To apply via our website, visit www.ct.edu/hr/jobs.
Selection Procedure After the closing date, applications will be evaluated by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those best qualified based on the minimum and preferred qualifications and who have submitted all required documents by the closing date. Selected candidates may be interviewed and may be asked to complete practical exercises (e.g., teaching demonstration, written, technical, or simulation exercises).
Background Screening All employment is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under IRCA and the successful passing of a background check, including reference checks, criminal history, and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) or driving history check. CSCU conducts background investigations to ensure a safe campus community.
Non-Discrimination Statement CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability, prior criminal record, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status, unless required by law. For information regarding nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies, contact: John-Paul Chaisson-Cardenas, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7056 or jp-cardenas@ct.edu. CSCC is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer.
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Anticipated Start Date December 2025.
Position Summary The Community Colleges offer a wide variety of educational programs including two year academic degree programs as well as technical and occupational programs. Among the programs are Advanced Manufacturing, Mechatronics Automation, LEAN Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Engineering Technology, which combine classroom, precision machining and fabrication training, and internship opportunities as components of the instruction model. The Manufacturing Technology Instructor teaches courses in areas such as applied computer use, mathematics, blueprint reading and setup, calibration, and operation of complex machine tools. The Instructor provides both classroom lecture and hands-on precision machining instruction and may develop curriculum as needed to respond to workforce needs.
Responsibilities
Instruction planning and preparation: prepare course materials, syllabi and instruction outlines to address the learning needs of assigned students and be prepared for lectures and shop demonstrations.
Classroom and shop instruction: deliver instruction that results in progressive student learning.
Student records: maintain accurate, timely and useful recording and reporting of student performance.
Program planning, development, and oversight: determine public and industry interest in advanced manufacturing associate degree and certificate programs and assist in the design, development, and oversight of these programs and related courses.
In addition, the incumbent is expected to carry out essential duties such as attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies; service on committees and task forces; attendance and participation at meetings, which may involve evening or weekend events.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma (or equivalent) from a public comprehensive high school or vocational technical high school and ten (10) or more years of manufacturing technology industry experience OR
High school diploma (or equivalent) from a public comprehensive high school or vocational technical high school and five (5) or more years of manufacturing technology industry experience plus a CSCU community college advanced manufacturing technology certificate or a nationally recognized credential (e.g., NIMS, AWS, MSSC) OR
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate's Degree and five (5) or more years of manufacturing technology industry experience
Applicants who do not have prior teaching experience must complete approved professional development in academic and practical instruction techniques within the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in professional competence in assigned advanced manufacturing subject disciplines.
Academic and practical instruction techniques and methodologies.
Student testing and evaluation.
Ability to work effectively with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students; excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; strong IT literacy (e.g., Microsoft Office).
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated leadership experience within the manufacturing industry.
Experience providing on-the-job training or serving as an internal trainer within an organization.
Salary and Benefits Starting Salary: Minimum salary range $68,623 – $73,234 (approximate annual) plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits. Salary based on qualifications such as education, experience, and internal equity. Our benefits package includes generous leave policies, multiple retirement plans, health insurance options, and tuition reimbursement where applicable.
Application Instructions To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume. The cover letter may be entered as text or uploaded with the resume. Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered. To apply via our website, visit www.ct.edu/hr/jobs.
Selection Procedure After the closing date, applications will be evaluated by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those best qualified based on the minimum and preferred qualifications and who have submitted all required documents by the closing date. Selected candidates may be interviewed and may be asked to complete practical exercises (e.g., teaching demonstration, written, technical, or simulation exercises).
Background Screening All employment is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under IRCA and the successful passing of a background check, including reference checks, criminal history, and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) or driving history check. CSCU conducts background investigations to ensure a safe campus community.
Non-Discrimination Statement CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability, prior criminal record, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status, unless required by law. For information regarding nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies, contact: John-Paul Chaisson-Cardenas, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7056 or jp-cardenas@ct.edu. CSCC is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer.
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