Adjunct Faculty, Welding and Fabrication

College-of-Lake-Count; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 1,607,039 - 2,288,813; Part time

Job summary

College of Lake County seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to deliver hands-on welding and fabrication instruction at the Advanced Technology Center. Classes may include Saturdays or evenings, with supervision of safety and student engagement across labs.

The instructor will develop materials, assess student performance, and provide timely feedback while maintaining a safe classroom environment. AWS certification and significant welding experience are required.

Qualifications

• Teach courses with student-centered methods to support diverse learning styles.
• Develop, revise, and maintain instructional materials, course content, and syllabi.
• Observe and evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, discussions, and projects.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback and support student retention.
• Attend adjunct meetings and complete required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in welding and fabrication as scheduled each semester.
• Meet all classes at assigned location and times; report absences as required.
• Deliver course content using inclusive teaching practices and LMS tools.
• Develop and maintain course objectives and learning outcomes in syllabi.
• Maintain accurate records of grading, attendance, and class documentation.

Skills

Safety protocols

Welding techniques

Student assessment

Instructional delivery

Education

Associate’s degree in Welding or related field

AWS certification

High School diploma with AWS

Tools

LMS experience

Job description

Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year.Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance).Position Title:Adjunct Faculty, Welding and FabricationJob Summary:The instructor will be responsible for preparing and delivering hands-on instruction relative to welding and fabrication industry standards as prepared by the department. This includes, but is not limited to safety, welding theory & techniques, evaluating student performance and maintaining a safe, engaging class and lab environment.Class meeting times may include Saturdays and/or evening hours and take place in CLC's Advanced Technology Center.Job Description:Teach courses in discipline, as scheduled each academic semester, using a variety of student centered, culturally relevant instructional methods to support diverse learning styles and student needs.Meet all classes at assigned location and times. If unable to meet an assigned class reports absence to supervisor and academic division staff in an appropriate manner.Develop, revise, and maintain instructional materials, course content, and syllabi that align with departmental standards and student learning outcomes.Observe and evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, discussions, and projects. Provide timely and constructive feedback.Support student retention and success by identifying at-risk students, providing instructional support, and referring students to appropriate college services.Be available for student consultation through phone or email.Use approved College standardized system(s) to provide students and the division with a syllabus that includes course objectives, learning outcomes, attendance policies, required materials, timelines, and evaluation criteria.Deliver course content using inclusive teaching strategies and incorporate instructional technology, including the Learning Management System (LMS) and other digital tools.Encourage and review student course evaluations to improve teaching effectiveness and course delivery.Maintain accurate and timely records for grading, attendance, and other required documentation. Submit grades and related records by established deadlines. Produces appropriate grade and course records for supervisor upon request.Uphold academic integrity policies and address violations in accordance with college guidelines. Uses the appropriate college policies and procedures to resolve and document student concerns.Participate in college governance, division and departmental meetings, and, when appropriate, program advisory boards and committees.Attend required Adjunct meetings in the Fall and Spring semesters and complete all required compliance trainings (e.g., Title IX, Clery Act).Engage in professional development to stay current in instructional methods, academic discipline, and institutional policies.Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment, and instructional improvement.Maintain a high level of professional ethics and conduct all classes in accordance with college policies and approved instructional materials.Maintain a safe and organized classroom/laboratory environment by adhering to safety protocols, properly storing equipment and materials, and resetting lab/classroom for next class session (if applicable).Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Dean.Requirements: Welding Fabrication Technology (WFT) – EGRDVAssociate’s degree and American Welding Society (AWS) certification and at least 10,000 hours of experience in the Welding industry;OR an A.A.S. in Welding and American Welding Society (AWS) Welding Certification and 6,000 or more hours of experience in the Welding industry;OR a High School diploma, AWS welding certification and 14,000 or more hours of Welding experiencePer Load Hour Compensation Schedule2026 -2027 - $1,414Full-Time/Part-Time:Part timeTotal Hours Per Week:5Position Type:FacultyJob Family:Part-Time FacultyPosting Date:07/24/2026Expected Start Date:08/31/2026Compensation Grade:Location:Grayslake CampusDepartment:JM - Engineering, Math & Physical Sciences Operations DepartmentEEO Statement:College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, parental status, pregnancy or any other status protected by law.