got a lecturing interview

black olive · 24th March 2009, 19:42

After 25 years in engineering, and the dawning realisation that another 25 years would send me round the twist, Ive been yearning to put some of my knowlegde to use and inspire the next generation of engineers, Ive been on a prep course for preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector- now all I need is a foot in the door as a lecturer so I can get teaching hours under my belt to take my cert. ed.

Anyway, Ive wangled myself an interview for an electronics lecturing post at a local college- a salary drop but a life change of career if I get it.

so may be quiet for a few days- I need to swot up for a presentation on how a three phase motor works, I know the principles but need to brush up on the detail.

GreyGhost · 24th March 2009, 19:46

That's quite a change. All the very best in your new venture.

sworks · 24th March 2009, 19:59

good luck, hope all goes well

Tatts · 24th March 2009, 20:05

Good luck!

tapped · 25th March 2009, 17:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by black olive

I know the principles but need to brush up on the detail.

I hope that wasn't a pun.......

Raistlin · 25th March 2009, 18:03

Are you SURE you want to be a lecturer?

Best of luck

black olive · 1st April 2009, 21:27

first the good news.
Breezed the interview, and during the interview got a big fat wink from the sexy HR girl after I rattled off what to do in the case of continued absenteeism, had a call 2 hours after the interview to say the job was mine if I wanted it BUT after talking her up 2 salary points would still be taking a £900 a month salary drop. So , will be staying put for now, its been a water testing exercise, and its not the end of Black olive having the gift of the gab, will keep my options and mind open and see where it gets me ( apart from a slap from the missus)

black olive · 2nd April 2009, 20:37

Well that was an enlightening evening.

Just attended an open evening at Burnley college- they are after people with an engineering background for full and part time lecturing.

Had a good chat with one of the blokes there who was very impressed with my aerospace background- as most of their engineering client base is from the aerospace supply industry. We discussed a curriculum manager job on the same salary im on now- but this may be a non starter as they are looking for a teaching and industry background- a tough call I suppose. Ill put in for it but dont expect to get it.

However on the lecturing front they are after a wide range of part time lecturers and are extremely flexible in terms of lecturing hours and timetabling- I can start with 2 hours a week, and they will do my teaching diploma for free as I will be on the payroll. This means I can stay in my current job, and get qualified, and then think about moving into full time teaching in a couple of years ( or when the redundancies start at our place !!).

So assuming it all works out that's me one happy bunny

JohnDotCom · 2nd April 2009, 21:56

Sounds a Win Win situation Steve, Go for it.

24th March 2009, 19:42	#1
black olive I really should get out more....... 260 SE vin 214 ( last mark 1 260 ) Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lancashire Posts: 2,009 Thanks: 1 Thanked 8 Times in 4 Posts	got a lecturing interview After 25 years in engineering, and the dawning realisation that another 25 years would send me round the twist, Ive been yearning to put some of my knowlegde to use and inspire the next generation of engineers, Ive been on a prep course for preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector- now all I need is a foot in the door as a lecturer so I can get teaching hours under my belt to take my cert. ed. Anyway, Ive wangled myself an interview for an electronics lecturing post at a local college- a salary drop but a life change of career if I get it. so may be quiet for a few days- I need to swot up for a presentation on how a three phase motor works, I know the principles but need to brush up on the detail. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

24th March 2009, 19:59	#3
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1st April 2009, 21:27	#7
black olive I really should get out more....... 260 SE vin 214 ( last mark 1 260 ) Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lancashire Posts: 2,009 Thanks: 1 Thanked 8 Times in 4 Posts	first the good news. Breezed the interview, and during the interview got a big fat wink from the sexy HR girl after I rattled off what to do in the case of continued absenteeism, had a call 2 hours after the interview to say the job was mine if I wanted it BUT after talking her up 2 salary points would still be taking a £900 a month salary drop. So , will be staying put for now, its been a water testing exercise, and its not the end of Black olive having the gift of the gab, will keep my options and mind open and see where it gets me ( apart from a slap from the missus) __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

2nd April 2009, 20:37	#8
black olive I really should get out more....... 260 SE vin 214 ( last mark 1 260 ) Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lancashire Posts: 2,009 Thanks: 1 Thanked 8 Times in 4 Posts	Well that was an enlightening evening. Just attended an open evening at Burnley college- they are after people with an engineering background for full and part time lecturing. Had a good chat with one of the blokes there who was very impressed with my aerospace background- as most of their engineering client base is from the aerospace supply industry. We discussed a curriculum manager job on the same salary im on now- but this may be a non starter as they are looking for a teaching and industry background- a tough call I suppose. Ill put in for it but dont expect to get it. However on the lecturing front they are after a wide range of part time lecturers and are extremely flexible in terms of lecturing hours and timetabling- I can start with 2 hours a week, and they will do my teaching diploma for free as I will be on the payroll. This means I can stay in my current job, and get qualified, and then think about moving into full time teaching in a couple of years ( or when the redundancies start at our place !!). So assuming it all works out that's me one happy bunny __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

24th March 2009, 19:46	#2
GreyGhost Banned 180+ Sport Auto Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Bedford Middle Level Posts: 17,787 Thanks: 0 Thanked 18 Times in 5 Posts	That's quite a change. All the very best in your new venture.

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