Adjunct Faculty- Welding

Taft College; Taft; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking passionate adjunct faculty to instruct Welding courses. This part-time role offers the flexibility to teach in various modalities, including in-person, online, and hybrid formats. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Taft College welcomes candidates who can connect with students from diverse backgrounds. The anticipated start date is August 25, 2025, with a priority application deadline of February 16, 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for educators looking to make a difference in students' lives while enjoying a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience or Associate degree with 6 years of experience required.
• Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds is essential.

Responsibilities

• Instruct community college courses in Welding.
• Deliver instruction in-person, online, and hybrid.

Skills

Instructional Skills

Sensitivity to Diverse Backgrounds

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate Degree

Job description

Welcome to Taft College! We are pleased you have chosen Taft College as an institution to pursue your career goals. Taft College prides itself as a small, comprehensive institution with a wide range of educational programs and support services for students.

For more than 100 years, we have helped students define their own future. With 75+ degree and certificate programs, Taft College has the academic diversity and the dedicated faculty and staff to help students find success in an always-evolving workforce.

Taft College is ready to help you achieve your career goals and realize your dreams! We are committed to your success and welcome you to Taft College.

Priority Applications Deadline Extended: February 16, 2025 (open until filled).

Anticipated Start Date: August 25, 2025

Position Description

Taft College is seeking a pool of qualified candidates with demonstrated instructional skills to join an outstanding team of faculty and staff to provide high-quality programs and services for our students. Teaching assignments may be temporary, part-time, and/or on-call and may be immediate or as needed (as specified in Education Code 8748.25). We are seeking adjunct faculty with the ability to teach in the above area for inclusion in a pool for the 2025 Spring semester.

The following is a representation of the duties for this position:

• Instruct community college courses in Welding.
• Teach courses on a schedule that may include days and evenings.
• Deliver instruction utilizing multiple modalities including in-person on campus, online, and hybrid.
• Teaching assignment may take place in a high school as part of dual enrollment.
• Submit required reports and grades within established guidelines.
• Optional: Hold scheduled office hours to meet with students.
• Optional: Opportunities for professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience OR
• Any associate degree and six years of professional experience OR
• The equivalent. An Equivalency Determination may be submitted along with all application materials to be considered for this position if you do not meet the stated minimum qualifications. The Equivalency Determination document may be found here or on the Taft College Human Resources website.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

COMPENSATION and BENEFITS

$77.02-$90.50 per hour. This is a part-time position and is not eligible for participation in District benefit plans.

REQUIRED MATERIALS FOR APPLICATION:

• Letter of Introduction describing how you match the minimum and desired qualifications.
• Completed application.
• Three (3) professional references.

Complete transcripts of all college/university coursework (unofficial is acceptable).

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS

Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. For information on transcript evaluation services, please visit: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination and, as such, is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Mon–Thurs: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Fri: 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.