Posting Details Position Information Position TitleManufacturing Fundamentals, Part-Time Faculty (Non-Credit)Requisition NumberFAC00578General DescriptionThe Workforce Development unit at the Community College of Philadelphia seeks Instructors with experience teaching foundational manufacturing skills, including machining- and welding-related mathematics, measurement, safety, tools, and workplace readiness. Ideal candidates will bring strong industry experience and a commitment to delivering engaging, hands-on, career-aligned training.
This course introduces students to the evolution of manufacturing, technical math for machining and welding, engineering drawings, material classification, tool usage, OSHA safety standards, and career exploration in the skilled trades. Classes may be offered during daytime and/or evening hours at the Community College of Philadelphia. Workforce Development provides noncredit education to businesses, organizations, and individuals wishing to enhance their skills and meet professional goals, offering high-quality continuing education and training programs delivered by expert faculty and staff.College IntroCommunity College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, predominantly Black institution and a minority-serving institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. CCP’s Strategic Plan affirms the College’s long-standing commitment to quality, access, affordability and upward mobility while including an emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion. This plan firmly plants student success at the center of all efforts, establishing the means for each student to achieve their goals.
Teaching faculty are an integral part of the larger Academic and Student Success Division at CCP including Workforce Development or Career Training. The Academic and Student Success Division is a community of learners committed to student success as demonstrated through equitable and measurable outcomes, innovative practices, relevant curriculum, quality learning, and a rewarding student experience. As a minority-serving institution, CCP faculty contribute significantly to our collective efforts to improve student success and eliminate racial equity gaps through the utilization of inclusive and high-quality teaching practices.Specific Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development: Plan, develop, and revise curriculum for Manufacturing Fundamentals, ensuring alignment with industry expectations in machining, welding, and manufacturing technology.

• Instruction: Teach adult learners technical math, measurement, blueprint interpretation, foundational manufacturing principles, and the use of hand and layout tools. Provide instruction that connects mathematical concepts directly to machining and welding tasks.

• Industry Foundations: Introduce students to the evolution of manufacturing, major machine tools, materials classification, and workplace applications in machining and welding.

• Career Exploration: Guide students in exploring manufacturing career pathways and developing individualized career goals. Facilitate engagement with industry professionals.

• Documentation & Assessment: Maintain accurate records of student progress, skill competency, OSHA 10 certification requirements, and applied learning outcomes.

• Technology Integration: Use appropriate instructional technology, including measurement tools, digital resources, and learning management systems, to support student learning.

• Soft Skills Development: Support student growth in teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and other essential employability skills for manufacturing environments.

• Inclusive Practices: Create an inclusive, accessible learning environment that supports students from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

• Student-Centered Learning: Use applied, hands-on instructional methods such as demonstrations, practice labs, simulations, and project-based learning.

• Teaching Excellence: Model industry-relevant behaviors; maintain high standards for teaching, safety, and student success; and advocate for student learning and professional development.

• Community Engagement: Participate in college-wide and Workforce Development events, including recruitment, student activities, and cross-functional initiatives. Help create experiential learning opportunities with industry partners.

• Assessment & Continuous Improvement: Engage in assessment of student learning and use the results to refine course content, instructional methods, and program outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in an industrial environment or a closely related field required.

• Possesses knowledge of tools, materials, measurements, and safety practices commonly used in manufacturing, construction, or skilled trades settings.

• Demonstrated ability to teach or train adult learners in technical or applied subjects.

• Strong understanding of technical math, blueprint reading, measurement, materials, and safety practices in manufacturing environments.

• Familiarity with OSHA safety principles and the ability to support OSHA 10 certification instruction.

• Strong communication and facilitation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching or workforce training experience.

• Industry certifications such as OSHA Trainer, NIMS, AWS, or related manufacturing credentials.

• Experience with hand tools, layout tools, and basic shop practices common to manufacturing, construction, or fabrication environments.

• Industry exposure to materials properties, tool usage, and foundational technical math applicable to machining, welding, or construction tasks.

Work LocationCareer and Advanced Technology CenterBenefits SummaryBenefits:“Success Starts Here” at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.

Full-time faculty and staff benefits include:• College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance• Tuition remission (for classes at the college)• Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution)• 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%• Flexible spending accounts
Additional College benefits:• Winter break: 1 week around the third week in December and New Years• Spring Break: 1 week in March
For More information about the College benefits and eligibility based on employee class, please visit: https://www.myccp.online/human-resources/benefits-eligibilitySalary Grade or RankAdjunct FacultyMin Salary/Hourly RateMax Salary/Hourly RateJob Posting Open Date12/17/2025Job Posting Close DatePosition TypeFacultyJob CategoryEmployment Status Part-TimeSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsInterested candidates should complete an online application.

• Cover Letter of interest and resume required.
• Name and contact information of 3 references required.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with PA Child Protective Services Law.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Community College of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about Community College of Philadelphia?
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • LinkedIn
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Indeed.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Community College of Philadelphia Website
   • HBCU Career Center
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Other
2. If your answer to the above question is Other, please note the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
   • No Response
   • High School/GED
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Doctorate
   • Other
4. * Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in an industrial environment or a closely related field?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you possess knowledge of tools, materials, measurements, and safety practices commonly used in manufacturing, construction, or skilled trades settings?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have prior teaching or workforce training experience?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Do you have any industry certifications?
   • OSHA Trainer
   • NIMS
   • AWS
   • Other related manufacturing credential(s)
   • I do not have any of the above
8. * Do you have experience with hand tools, layout tools, and basic shop practices common to manufacturing, construction, or fabrication environments?
   • Yes
   • No
9. * Are you bilingual or multilingual?
   • Yes
   • No
10. * Do you have experience teaching at a community college?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. References
2. Other Document ( See Special Instructions to Applicant)