Welding Instructor - Part Time

Duties:

Instruction will combine classroom and hands-on lab training. Instructors are responsible for sound educational practices and the academic development of each student, manage the classroom environment, and promote a positive and engaging learning experience, providing support, and tutoring as needed. Instructors are to “model" the professional behaviors, language, and activities expected of our students.

• Teach students in person through lectures, discussions, and in the lab with hands-on training
• Counsel students in a professional manner, offering constructive, encouraging, and timely feedback 
• Collaborate and assist the Department Head in the development of curriculum (course outline or syllabus)
• Plan lessons and assignments, teach courses, prepare teaching materials and labs
• Assesses students’ progress by grading assignments, exams, and other work
• Provides individual tutoring or remedial instruction to students who require it
• Model the CARES philosophy (Courtesy, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Success)
• Have a thorough understanding of Welding and Metal Fabrication Industry
• Assist with industry approvals including AWS and NCCER
• Ability to instruct in the following subjects:  Oxy-fuel cutting, Plasma Cutting, Air-Arc Gouging, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick), Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG), Fluxcore Arc Welding (FCAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) welding of plate and structural shapes in the Horizontal, Vertical and Overhead Positions.
• Ability to instruct in the following subjects: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) welding of Pipe in the 2G, 5G and 6G Positions
• Instruct student in reading and interpretation of subject areas to include Welding Principles, Math and Blueprints  
• Lecture and laboratory instruction focusing on up to date industry welding equipment and processes
• Follow the Standards for Education and Testing established by the American Welding Society
• Demonstrate accurate use of trade specific jargon
• Stay current with the guidelines set forth by OBPVS, ABHES, AWS, ACCSC, CIB, and OSHA
• Instruct students in welding safety practices
• Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes
• Maintain welding equipment and other assets pursuant to maintenance, storage and security procedures
• Strong desire to see students succeed in the welding industry
• Advocates for and supports the college through extracurricular activities and attending events and meetings, as required (e.g., Graduation Ceremonies, Fundraising events, Open houses, Faculty Forums, Team/Department Meetings, etc.)
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
• Perform other job related duties as assigned  
• Report directly to the Welding Department Head

Qualifications

Welding Instructor 

Minimum Requirements: A minimum of three years of verified occupational experience in the field of welding. Be a graduate from a welding technology program, College degree preferred.  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Must have a working knowledge of instructional theory, welding techniques, and terminology with basic education principles, practices, and methodologies
• Highly developed interpersonal skills 
• Excellent time management skills and organizational skills 
• Proficient in Google Suite, MS Office, and other basic campus management software
• Strong presentation, public speaking, written and verbal communication skills 
• Experience in adult education a plus

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Diploma or Associates degree in the Welding Technology field preferred
• A minimum of three years’ verifiable welding industry experience required
• Technical college teaching experience preferred
• Experience in a non-profit setting preferred
• College degree preferred

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to navigate to and walk around all areas of the college campuses, including stairs.  
• Ability to sit, stoop, bend, lie on their back and work overhead. They will be required to be on their feet for most of the instructional period to best monitor student work and behaviors in open and enclosed work areas. The individual is required to lift 50 pounds from the floor to standard working height and return on a regular basis, and have the ability to move equipment that is several hundred pounds.