Adjunct Sewing Instructor The successful candidate will have the ability to disseminate the technical information required to the students along with applying the candidate's own industry experiences to reinforce the prevalent theories in the program. This position is responsible for initiating the teaching and learning process with a focus on continuous improvement: creating an environment in which students can accomplish the learning competencies of the course of instruction; maintaining, updating, designing and developing new curriculum. The result should be students' abilities to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, ethics, and use of proper tools to meet industry and professional business standards. Core Competencies and Qualifications Earned Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution in Apparel, Textiles, Industrial Sewing, Design and Merchandising, Manufacturing, CNC, or a manufacturing-related field with minimum two years industry experience; OR, earned Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in another discipline with a minimum of five years industry experience; OR, earned Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in another discipline with certifications relevant to the course. Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 24 months full time work experience in the field Ability to work collaboratively and motivated independently Ability to express self clearly and concisely both orally and in writing Ability to use online resources to support the management and delivery of instruction Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others Ability to operate personal computer, audio visual equipment and other office equipment Flexibility with work related activities not occurring during scheduled course hours Willingness to visit employers utilizing the skills being taught
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Including:- But Not Limited ToMaintain curriculum
- Facilitate learning activities so that students learn the principles, theory, skills and work ethic necessary to become proficient for entry level positions
- Create a positive learning environment
- Monitor, assesses and advise learners on technical and academic progress and performance
- Provide midterm and final evaluations
- Use current academic and industry practices in assigned courses of instruction
- Record daily course attendance
- Record individual activity grades in a consistent manner
- Maintain, update, design and/or develop new curriculum within assigned course of instruction
- Attend departmental meetings as requested
- Visit employers in the field
- Other duties as assigned
- Teach Required Course Topics:
- Workplace Conduct
- TerminologySafetyErgonomicsBasic Mathematics for SewersTypes of Industrial Sewing Machines, Seams, Stitches and Finishes
- Types of Fabrics and Materials
- Industrial Sewing Machine Set-up, Adjustments and Maintenance, Troubleshooting
- Machine Control
- Standardized Work Methods
- Fabric and Sewing Handling
- QualityReading Specifications and Routings
- Understanding Patterns
- Pay Procedures and Travelers
Benefits:
REWARDS THAT LAST A LIFETIME Henry Ford College takes great pride in offering a variety of comprehensive and industry-leading programs and resources to support the health and well-being of our team members and their families. Being an industry leader means giving back to our most valuable asset – our employees. Henry Ford College is pleased to offer the following benefit and wellness options to eligible Part-time Faculty (AFO): The following benefits are available to Part-Time Faculty members:
- Office of Retirement Services (ORS) provides a choice between Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution Plans. Employees contribute between 0% and 13% in addition to HFC contributions towards retirement, based on plan choice.
- Employment Assistance Program HFC offers the following work-life balance in Counseling, Coaching, and Legal & Financial Consultation.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
