Engineering Adjunct Instructor

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Beaufort County, SC
Job Type: Temporary - Part-Time
Job Number: 190692
Agency: Technical College of the Lowcountry
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Class Code:: UZ01
Position Number:: 999999
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday- Thursday 8:00am-5:30pmFriday 8:00am-11:30amHours may vary
Pay Grade: Unclassified
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Any request for reasonable accommodation to apply for this position should be directed to Human Resources by calling . A resume and official college transcript for all degrees earned ARE REQUIRED for this position and may be attached to the online application. A resume cannot be substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We regret that due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their application or the status of the interview process.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Job Purpose:

Teach engineering courses to students across academic programs at the Technical College of the Lowcountry, providing instruction that integrates theoretical concepts with practical applications to support student learning and workforce readiness.

Job Functions:

Teaching Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in engineering concepts through lectures, demonstrations, and applied learning activities.
• Facilitate effective classroom and/or laboratory learning environments.
• Develop and implement course syllabi, lesson plans, and instructional materials aligned with course outcomes.
• Assess student learning through assignments, projects, examinations, and other evaluation methods.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress in accordance with college policies.

Instructional Development

• Recommend textbooks, laboratory materials, and other instructional resources for engineering courses.
• Utilize instructional technologies and learning management systems to support teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with faculty and academic support units, such as tutoring and student success services, to promote student achievement.
• Assist with the preparation of course-related documentation and reports as needed for program review, planning, or accreditation purposes.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of developments in engineering and related technologies.
• Participate in relevant professional development activities when possible.
• Represent the College professionally in interactions with students, colleagues, and community partners.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
Master's degree in Engineering or a closely related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in engineering or a related discipline. Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include prior teaching experience at the college level or relevant professional experience in an engineering field.

Additional Comments
The Technical College of the Lowcountry seeks to be the first choice for higher education in South Carolina's Low Country Region. The college is a public, open door, two-year comprehensive College of higher education. The College is dedicated to serving the diverse educational, workforce development, and personal enrichment needs of the rural counties of Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper. In an atmosphere of shared values, the College encourages creativity, innovation, and resourcefulness among its students, faculty, staff, and administrators. South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

The Technical College of the Lowcountry is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admissions or employment without regard to sex, race/color, religion, national origin, age, disability, service in the uniformed services (as defined by state and federal law), veteran status, political affiliation or belief, marital or family status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation and genetic information.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.