Job Description

The Workforce Development unit at the Community College of Philadelphia seeks part-time instructors with experience teaching adult learners in Manufacturing Print Reading. Ideal candidates will bring a strong background in machining, welding, industrial maintenance, or related technical fields, along with proven expertise in delivering engaging, practical, and industry-aligned training. These courses prepare students to interpret and apply manufacturing prints, including drawing formats, projections, dimensions, tolerances, symbols, and applied shop-floor communication. 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. We offer a comprehensive menu of high-quality continuing education and career-training programs delivered by expert faculty and staff.

College Intro

Community 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

Instruction: Teach print reading skills for manufacturing and industrial contexts. Provide applied instruction in reading and interpreting technical drawings, projections, dimensions and tolerances, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and related industry standards.


Curriculum Delivery: Teach assigned modules and applied learning projects following approved course descriptions and syllabi, ensuring alignment with industry standards and student learning outcomes.


Documentation & Assessment: Document student attendance, monitor performance, and evaluate progress through quizzes, projects, and final assessments. Maintain accurate records of student competencies.


Applied Learning: Facilitate hands-on interpretation of manufacturing prints, weld symbols, CNC machining tolerances, and industrial maintenance schematics, preparing students for practical application in the workplace.


Commitment to Mission: Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values.


Technology Integration: Utilize instructional technology, simulation tools, and digital platforms to enhance the learning experience and reinforce applied interpretation.


Collaboration & Leadership: Communicate effectively, foster collaboration, and inspire students and colleagues to achieve program and college success. Proactively identify and address challenges in academic and applied learning contexts.


Inclusive Practices: Establish an inclusive classroom environment. Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the College's faculty, staff, and students.


Student-Centered Learning: Manage the learning environment with a student-centered focus. Implement diverse teaching and learning strategies that accommodate varied learning styles and promote student engagement.


Teaching Excellence: Strive for excellence in teaching by applying best practices in technical education, modeling professional standards, and encouraging student success, persistence, and retention. Advocate for the unique needs and well-being of students.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum three (3) years of recent professional experience in manufacturing, welding, CNC machining, or industrial maintenance.


Strong technical knowledge of print reading standards (ANSI, ISO, ASME) and applications such as GD&T, weld symbols, and shop drawings.


Experience teaching, training, or mentoring adult learners in technical or workplace settings.


Strong communication, facilitation, and learner engagement skills.


Demonstrated ability to use instructional technology and support student learning.

Preferred Qualifications

Industry-recognized credentials such as AWS (welding), NIMS (machining), or MSSC/ISA (maintenance & industrial systems).


Prior teaching or training experience in manufacturing or technical education programs.


Experience interpreting prints for CNC machining, welding fabrication, or industrial maintenance systems.


Familiarity with GD&T applications in inspection and quality control.


Experience supporting diverse learners and implementing inclusive teaching strategies.


Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.

Work Location

Career and Advanced Technology Center

Benefits Summary

Benefits:

"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-eligibility

Salary Grade or Rank

Adjunct Faculty

Min Salary/Hourly Rate

Max Salary/Hourly Rate

Job Posting Open Date

11/03/2025

Job Posting Close Date

Position Type

Faculty

Job Category

Employment Status

Part-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested 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.