Adjunct Instructor, Welding - Polk County Center

Lamar Institute of Technology; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Lamar Institute of Technology is seeking a part-time Instructor of Welding to provide instruction at the TSUS Polk County Center in Livingston, TX. The role includes engaging students in learning, maintaining ethical standards, and participating in college service. Candidates should have an Associate degree and at least five years of experience in Industrial Technology. This position is on-site and includes various teaching hours. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.

Qualifications

• Five years of work experience in Industrial Technology.
• Good understanding of ethical and professional behavior.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for students enrolled in Welding courses.
• Engage students actively in the learning process.
• Participate in college service, including advising and tutoring.

Skills

Knowledge of teaching methodologies/pedagogical strategies

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work well in a team environment

Good time management skills

Education

Associate degree in a related field from a regionally accredited college

Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamar Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

Job Summary

The Instructor of Welding’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing instruction for students enrolled in Welding courses at the TSUS Polk County Center in Livingston, TX. The Welding Instructor reports directly to the Executive Director of Workforce. This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Hours vary depending on the need and course schedule, and may include day, evening, and/or weekend classes. This is not a posting for ONLINE instructors. Classes will be delivered at the Livingston, TX Polk County Education Center.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Actively engage students in the learning process
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures contained in the TSUS and LIT Policies and Procedures Manual
• Participate in college service, which includes but is not limited to, committee work, advising and/or tutoring students, and recruiting
• Teach classes during the fall and spring semesters as required by the department (might include day, evening, weekend, and Early College High School/dual credit); including online courses
• Provide mentorship to dual credit partners/mentees
• Attend Teaching and Learning Center sessions to enhance teaching skills
• Stay abreast of national matters and trends in education
• Participate in assessment activities for the LIT Core Curriculum
• Assist in the development of curriculum as needed
• Perform other related duties, as required

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field from a regionally accredited college
• Five years of work experience in Industrial Technology
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies/pedagogical strategies
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Good time management skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field
• Related field and/or industry certifications

Additional Information

• Lamar Institute of Technology is an E-Verify Employer.
• This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Please refer to the Security Sensitive Release Form.