Welding Instructor

Description Welding Technology Instructor

Responsibilities include active participation in departmental work on curriculum design, assessment, and pedagogy. Teaching assignments may be for day and/or evening hours. Courses may be seated, synchronous, asynchronous, or hybrid. Must be willing to travel and teach at off-campus locations including local area high schools. Perform other duties as assigned.

Full-time, 10 month employee.

Examples of Duties

• Deliver classroom instruction and supervise/assist students in a welding environment to develop the skills needed to be successful in the welding service industry.
• Provide classroom instruction to students.
• Prepare for each learning experience; prepare, maintain, and update lesson plan; develop and prepare methods to evaluate student performance; assist in ordering supplemental materials to enhance textbook lessons as appropriate.
• Develop and prepare tests to evaluate student performance; proctor tests; grade and record individual scores.
• Provide individual assistance to students outside of the classroom as appropriate.
• Participate in development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and/or courses.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance; maintain various records and databases according to program needs or accreditation requirements, and submit reports according to policy.
• Maintain current knowledge in the appropriate academic fields; participate in staff development programs, workshops, seminars, and other continuing education programs as appropriate.
• Assist with and carry out, as required, the implementation of policies and procedures related to required instructional area.
• Communicate clearly, conscientiously, and in a caring manner with students.
• Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lesson format; evaluate a variety of textbooks, films, and videos; select books and other materials to be used for assigned instructional classes.
• Maintain required office hours according to established policies.
• Interact with colleagues and students in a collegial and professional manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Welding Technology Diploma.

Two (2) years experience in the welding industry.

Effective communication skills; ability to work effectively in teams; passion for student learning and the welding industry.

Knowledge of:

• Classroom instructional techniques and procedures.
• Principles and procedures of academic and instructional program development and administration in the area of assignment.
• Current trends, research, and development in the area of assignment.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Principles and techniques involved in curriculum and course development.• Principles and techniques involved in test development. •Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, as appropriate. Ability to:
• Participate in instructional programs suited to the community.
• Prepare lesson plans and schedule classroom activities.
• Participate in curriculum development.
• Interpret and apply college goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Supplemental Information
• Must be a good team member and be willing to update skills as needed.
• Must be able to work effectively with diverse student populations. Educational philosophy must be compatible with the role of the community college and with best practices in education.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Oral communication skills will be assessed in the interview.
• Written communication skills will be assessed in the letter of application and all application materials submitted.
• All advertised positions are contingent upon funding.
• All employees are paid by direct deposit.
• Copies of all unofficial degree transcripts, including coursework completed and degree conferred, must be provided during the on-line application process. Official transcripts are required to be forwarded to the CVCC Personnel Office upon hire.

Physical Conditions:

• Classroom environment; work closely with others.
• Frequent walking, standing, and sitting for prolonged periods.
• Frequent communication, verbal and written.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:
• kneeling, walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
• lifting and carrying light to moderate materials
• straight pulling
• operating assigned equipment
• exposure to dust and dirt

Benefits

Full-Time employment benefits include retirement, hospitalization, dental insurance, vacations, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional full-time employment benefits are included within Part 3.2 "Leave and Benefits" section of the CVCC Policy Manual. Please click the link below to access the CVCC Policy Manual.

https://www.cvcc.edu/About_Us/Policies-and-Procedures.cfm