Mechatronics Lecturer

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of students? Tri County Technical College is looking for dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team! As a leader in higher education, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where both employees and students thrive. Work alongside a diverse group of staff, faculty, and administrators who are dedicated to student success. Be a part of a forward-thinking institution that values creativity, inclusivity, and excellence. If you are ready to contribute to the success of our great institution and grow your career apply today! We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences who are committed to excellence in education. Tri-County Technical College is seeking an innovative, collaborative, and energetic Mechatronics Lecturer. Reporting to the Industrial Technology Department Head, the Mechatronics Lecturer will teach classes in the Mechatronics Program using systematically planned and delivered instruction for the program; maintain records of student academic progress and attendance, evaluate level of achievement, and assign grades for the program. Classes are offered during the day and evening at various Tri-County Technical College campuses to included Anderson, Pendleton, and Oconee. Lecturers will teach assigned courses using systematically planned and delivered instruction for the program; participate in professional development opportunities to maintain competency in teaching and learning strategies; maintain records of student academic progress and attendance, evaluate level of achievement, and assign grades for the program. Lecturers must teach 18 credit hours or 6 lecture courses each academic term (fall and spring term). For lab/clinical-based programs, lecturers must teach 24 contact hours or 3 lab/clinical experiences that total at least 24 contact hours but not more than 28 contact hours each academic term. Teaching assignments may include both day and evening classes, online classes or hybrid classes on multiple campuses or high school and career center campuses. Lecturers will serve as intake advisors during peak periods and during the Summer intake peak period, approximately 6-8 weeks (late June - early August) at no more than 20 hours per week. Intake advising will include admissions, career, and academic counseling for prospective students as well as developmental advising for continuing students. Depending on summer enrollment, Lecturers may teach assigned courses and intake advisor hours may be reduced. Lecturers will be eligible for health insurance under the ACA and PEBA guidelines. Lecturers will be eligible for retirement benefits, as are all temporary employees. Lecturers are not eligible for paid holidays or leave; they are paid only for hours worked under SC State law. The successful candidate will be required to start at the beginning of the fall 2026 semester (August 2026). This is a part-time benefited vacancy, this is not a full-time vacancy. An associate's degree in a related field along with 1 years of troubleshooting experience in an industrial environment 3+ years of related field industrial experience. Tri-County Technical College offers a comprehensive benefits package for FTE positions that includes, but is not limited, to the following: Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children

Life Insurance:

Basic life insurance and optional supplements life insurance for employee, spouse, and children. 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays Paid Parental leave

State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs:

401k with employer contributions.

Professional Development Opportunities:

Team bonding activities/events and professional training programs. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services.

Work-Life Balance:

Flexible work schedules, 37.5 work weeks and abbreviated Fridays. Tri-County Technical College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.