Part-Time Faculty, Bicycle Mechanics Instructor

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.

As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.

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Essential Duties:

Part-time faculty position reporting directly to the Director of the Bicycle Technician Program and the ED of Trails Trade School and Construction Technology. Pending need/enrollment, the instructor is responsible for teaching 3–11 load (credit) hours of Bicycle Mechanics courses per semester with the availability to teach mornings, afternoons, evenings, or weekends as needed.

Instruction:

This instructor will teach courses such as:

• BIKE 1003 Introduction to Bicycle Mechanics

• BIKE 1013 Basic Bicycle Mechanics

• BIKE 1023 Bicycle Braking Systems

• BIKE 1033 Bicycle Drivetrain Systems

• BIKE 1043 Ball Bearing Systems

• BIKE 2013 Bicycle Wheel Repair and Assembly

• BIKE 2023 Suspension Systems

• BIKE 2033 Electric Bikes

• BIKE 2043 Service Department Operation

The instructor will facilitate and evaluate student learning, prepare course syllabi and outlines, submit grades by established deadlines, and maintain student records in accordance with FERPA.

The instructor will attend meetings and functions of the college and department and complete other duties as assigned by the division dean or department chairs, including training.

Professional development may be encouraged or required in some circumstances.

Professional Development:

Examples include:

• Participate in the faculty evaluation process.

• Remain current in academic or program discipline, including attending professional conferences, and maintaining licensure, certification, or continuing education requirements where appropriate.

• Receive training or stay current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning.

• Participate in college professional development activities.

Rate of pay: $875 per credit hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience in bicycle mechanics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry certifications in bicycle mechanics or related technical areas

• Teaching experience at the college level or in a technical training setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated teaching ability is the top priority

• Instructional experience and leadership experience at a community college is a plus.

• Ability to use an online platform

• Experience or interest in project-based, service learning, or inquiry-based learning will be given special consideration

• Familiarity with bicycle mechanics, repair, and maintenance, including braking systems, drivetrains, wheel assembly, suspension, electric bikes, retails, and service department operations

Physical Demands:

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
Frequently:

• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

• Lifting

• Using tools

• Sitting

• Standing

• Walking

Constantly:

• Hearing

• Repetitive motion

• Talking

Environmental Conditions:
 

The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.