Adjunct - Welding Instructor

Lee College; Baytown, Town of Texas, Auburn (TX, WI, AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated adjunct faculty to teach Welding courses on a part-time basis. This role offers the opportunity to engage with students and integrate technology into the learning experience. Candidates should have significant work experience in the field and a commitment to fostering student success. The position involves teaching various class formats, maintaining student records, and providing guidance. If you're passionate about education and eager to inspire the next generation of welders, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10 years of work experience in a qualifying field or 20 years without a degree.
• Preferred: Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree with 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach freshman and sophomore-level Welding courses.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit reports as required.
• Provide guidance to students and conduct office hours.

Skills

Welding

Online Teaching

Student Guidance

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Blackboard Learning Management System

Job description

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.
• 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 students in accordance with adopted curricula and approved procedures.
• Teach assigned classes following approved syllabi, outlines, and instructional materials.
• Provide counsel/guidance to students as needed.
• Teach evening, summer, online, hybrid, dual enrollment, and/or weekend classes as required.
• Provide at least one scheduled office hour per week for each three-credit course in a 16-week semester or two hours in an 8-week term, available in-person, by phone, or via Blackboard Collaborate, with live availability during scheduled hours.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Candidates should have ten (10) years of work experience in a qualifying field (with the ability to obtain an Associate's degree within two years without overloads) or twenty (20) years of work experience without a degree.

Preferred:

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 protected class.