Faculty, Part-Time (80%), Optical Systems Technology - Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York at Monroe Community College

Monroe Community College

Position Title: Faculty, Part-Time (80%), Optical Systems Technology - Monroe Community College

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Faculty Job Type: Part Time Posted On: Tue Sep 22 2026 Job Description:

Function of Position:

Faculty prepare and teach face-to-face and online courses in the Optical Systems Technology program, develop new educational materials, assist with the assessment of student learning, as appropriate, perform professional duties, and participate in departmental and institutional functions, including department meetings and committee work. Faculty report to the chairperson of the Optical Systems Technology program. The successful candidate will bring a passion for teaching and a desire to support and mentor MCC students as they pursue educational and career goals.

*This is a temporary, grant-funded position that may be renewed annually contingent upon availability of grant funding and performance reviews. This position is eligible for paid time off and benefits.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and maintains current subject area knowledge.
• Teaches courses and evaluates student performance in Optical Systems Technology as per guidelines set by the department and Monroe Community College.
• Teaches multiple courses/sections each term, as outlined by the contract and as available.
• Develops online Optical Systems Technology courses.
• Prepares lesson plans and creates instructional materials and activities for student engagement.
• Prepares Course Information Sheet/Syllabus/Outlines in accordance with department and College guidelines.
• Establishes and maintains an engaging and supportive classroom environment.
• Maintains student attendance records, grades, and other records according to department and College guidelines and submits them in a timely manner.
• Assists department with student retention and completion initiates including early alert.
• Develops innovative teaching pedagogies to facilitate learning.
• Incorporates high-impact teaching practices into course design, as appropriate.
• Actively engages in pedagogical and academic discipline professional development.
• Demonstrates excellent time management skills, and the ability to prioritize workflow and multi-task.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the department chair, as appropriate.

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to continued professional growth.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Earned bachelor's degree or higher in Optics (or related field) from a regionally accredited higher education institution OR associate's degree in Optics from a regionally accredited higher education institution, along with three (3) or more years of experience in an Optics-related field.
• Evidence of effective communication (interpersonal, speaking, and writing) skills.
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive campus environment.
• Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs.
• Evidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Evidence of proficiency with technology.
• Commitment to continued professional growth.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned master's degree or Ph.D. degree in Optics (or related field) from a regionally-accredited higher education institution.
• Five (5) or more years' industrial/field experience.
• Teaching experience in Optics or related discipline.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following course topics: Conventional Optical Fabrication, CNC Optical Fabrication, Optical Systems, Geometrical Optics, Optical Instruments and Analysis, Wave Optics, Lasers, Photonics.
• Experience with Interferometers and Metrology equipment.
• Experience with Advanced Optical Fabrication Process.
• Knowledge of, or experience in, implementing a variety of teaching strategies.
• Awareness of the potential value of technology as a tool for teaching.
• Experience and/or interest in developing and teaching online courses.
• Experience with computerized student record management.
• Available to teach late afternoon and evening courses.
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish or other languages, proficiently.

Additional Information:

Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity and college budget. This position has a range of $41,600 to $42,880 and is based on these mentioned factors.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.

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