Prosthetics Instructor- Part Time

Johnson College is currently seeking a part-time Prosthetics Lab instructor. The lab instructor is responsible for preparing, managing, maintaining, and supervising lab work for their course of study. The lab instructor is responsible for lab safety, managing lab work done by the students, assisting students, and assessment of lab work. Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate should have the ability to speak in front of a class. An associates degree is required, with a minimum of 1-2 years field experience. Candidates should be familiar with Autodesk Fusion, using 3D scanners, and 3D printers.

This course covers the use of digital technology to design and fabricate prosthetics, splints, and supports. Topics of biomimicry, kinematics, computer-aided design, materials, and fabrication is addressed. Students will design and create functioning prosthetics and splints in the class. The students will use a handheld 3D scanner and 3D printers to achieve their results.

This class will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the early evenings for the spring 2027 semester.

Individuals must have strong communication skills, ability to teach, expertise in their program area, good managerial skills, knowledge of industry standards, assessment skills, and organizational and word-processing skills.

Essential job functions:

• Prepare lab for students to include tools, materials and equipment
• Monitor lab work and lab safety
• Assist students with lab work
• Asses projects done by the students
• Oversee storage of materials and cleanup at the end of the lab
• Maintain a safe learning enviornment within lab area
• Complete other related duties as assigned