A Vocational Education Instructor teaches technical or job related skills to students, and uses work-based experience to help students learn about and prepare for jobs in a particular occupation. Provides training for jobs in business, health care, auto repair, information technology, culinary arts, or other areas. Teaches in a public high school, a regional or college program, or at a private training program.
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Instructor-Machining (Temporary)
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Position Number:
7265279
Location:
Enfield, CT
Position Type:
Vocational & Technical - Other Advanced Manufacturing Technology Instructor-Machining (Temporary) About CT State
Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut's 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students' academic, career, and personal success. For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State Position Details
Posted:
June 24, 2026
Level:
Community College Professional 17, 12-month, Special Appointment
Employment Type:
Temporary position, non-tenure track position
Hours:
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date:
September 2026
Work Location:
CT State Asnuntuck (170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT 06082)
Work Modality:
On site; Position is not remote
Closing Date:
Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by July 8, 2026. 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 at a Community College in subject areas such as applied computer use, mathematics, blueprint reading and set up, 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.
Additional Information Machining Instructor:
Industry and/or teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: Manufacturing Math, Blueprint Reading, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T); Metrology, Operation of a Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), proficiency with manual mills and lathes and complex machine tools. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Program Director or other administrator, the Advance Manufacturing Technology Instructor is accountable for providing beneficial learning opportunities for assigned students through effective performance in these essential functional areas: Instruction planning and preparation.
Accountable for preparing course materials, syllabi and instruction outlines to address the learning needs of assigned students and for being appropriately prepared for lectures and shop demonstrations.
Classroom and shop instruction.
Accountable for delivering instruction that results in progressive student learning.
Student records.
Accountable for accurate, timely and useful recording and reporting of student performance.
Program planning, development, and oversight.
Accountable for determining public and industry interest in advanced manufacturing associate degree and certificate programs and for assisting in the design, development, and oversight of these programs and related courses.
Additional responsibilities include:
Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends. This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description. 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 a five (5) or more years of manufacturing technology industry experience and a CSCU community college advance manufacturing technology certificate or nationally recognized credential (i.e.
NIMS, AWS, MSSC
)
OR;
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate's Degree and five (5) or more years of manufacturing technology industry experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Professional competence in the assigned advanced manufacturing subject disciplines.
Academic and practical instruction techniques and methodologies.
Student testing and evaluation.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) Salary and Benefits Salary $72,097 approximate annual CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous leave policies
Multiple retirement plan options
Comprehensive health insurance choices
Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
Tuition reimbursement (if applicable) For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees. Application Instructions
