Adjunct - Welding Instructor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baytown (TX); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Texas is seeking a part-time Adjunct Welding Instructor to teach freshman and sophomore-level courses. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the welding field with a commitment to student learning and integrating technology into the curriculum. Previous teaching experience online is preferred. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate student records and providing support to students during office hours. This position is contingent upon departmental needs and the college's course offerings.

Qualifications

• Ten years of work experience in a qualifying field, or twenty years without a degree.
• Preferred: Advanced degree with five years related experience.
• Prior online teaching experience and certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach freshman and sophomore-level Welding courses.
• Maintain student records compliant with college requirements.
• Provide guidance and support to students.

Skills

Commitment to student learning

Integrating technology into curriculum

Student counseling

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Blackboard Learning Management System

Job description

Adjunct - Welding Instructor

Salary:

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: FY202100032

Location: Main Campus - Baytown, TX

Division: Provost/Academic & Student Affairs

Position Overview

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part‑time capacity on an as needed basis. These positions are filled prior to or during the start of each semester and are contingent upon the needs of the College. Adjunct faculty must complete the Lee Teaching Online Certification course or provide documentation of training in distance education.

Lee College accepts application materials for adjunct employment on a continuing basis throughout the year from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part‑time basis. Academic departments will contact potential applicants when there are available openings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach freshman and sophomore‑level Welding courses.
• Qualified applicants must be committed to student learning, integrating technology into the curriculum, and encouraging engaged scholars.
• Maintain accurate student accounting records in compliance with Lee College requirements.
• Submit required student reports to the Admissions & Records Office according to schedule.
• Direct and evaluate the learning experience of the students in accordance with adopted curricula and approved procedures.
• Teach assigned classes in keeping with approved syllabi, outlines, and instructional materials.
• Provide counsel/guidance to students when there is a need.
• Faculty members may be required to teach evening, summer, online, hybrid, dual enrollment, and/or weekend classes.
• Provide at least one scheduled office hour per week for each three‑credit course in a regular 16‑week semester or two scheduled office hours per week in an 8‑week term. Office hours can be in‑person, by telephone, or via Blackboard Collaborate. You must be available for a live conversation during scheduled office hours.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Qualified candidates will have ten (10) years of work experience in a qualifying field (must be able to obtain an Associate's degree in two (2) years with no class overloads until completion of degree) OR no degree with twenty (20) years work experience in a qualifying field.

Preferred:

• Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree with five (5) years of related experience in a qualifying field (i.e., Welding or Welding Inspector)
• Prior online teaching experience and certification
• Blackboard Learning Management System experience

Lee College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.