Associate Instructor Pipefitting and Plumbing Technology

Motlow; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

TCAT Athens is seeking a full-time Associate Instructor for Pipefitting & Plumbing Technology to be located at the Main Campus in Athens, TN. The position requires a minimum of 37.5 hours per week and offers a salary range of $56,263 - $67,517.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, vocational/technical training or apprenticeship, and licensure requirements with the ability to obtain within 12 months. Teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or Equivalent; vocational/technical training or apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum three years of relevant work experience in the field to be taught.
• Must possess licensures/certifications for the field or be able to obtain within 12 months.
• Teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom instruction: evaluate progress, assign grades, provide academic assistance, maintain records, advise students.
• Develop course materials; revise curricula; maintain syllabi.
• Remain current in instructional methodologies and technologies; attend professional development.
• Support students with job placement and participate in recruitment and orientation.
• Collaborate with college personnel and industry partners; participate in accreditation processes.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organization

Team collaboration

Judgment/decision making

Office software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational/Technical training

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audio/visual equipment

Job description

Title: Associate Instructor Pipefitting and Plumbing Technology

Institution: TCAT-Athens

Department: Instruction

Campus Location: TCAT Athens

Job Summary

Pipefitting & Plumbing Technology Associate Instructor, Full Time

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Athens is accepting applications for the position of full-time Associate Instructor Pipefitting & Plumbing Technology to be located at the Main Campus in Athens, TN. This position will work a minimum of 37.5 hours a week.

Salary Range: $56,263 - $67,517

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Vocational or Technical School certification, training, or apprenticeship required. Associate degree preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of successful work experience in the specialty to be taught, beyond the normal learning period, generally 4 years within the last five years.
• Must possess all required licensures, certifications, and/or accreditation for the field or the ability to become certified and licensed within twelve (12) calendar months.
• Communication skills necessary to teach students; Teaching experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships with students, colleges, business and industry, faculty, staff and the general public.
• Must possess effective oral and written communication skills to accurately convey information and to effectively present information.
• Show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and mature attitude.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Must have ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs, audio/visual equipment and software.
• Must have the ability to multitask with good organization and planning skills.
• Passionate belief in the power of education along with the desire to help students achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals.
• Must be willing to remain current in the pipefitting and plumbing field and maintain certifications.
• Ability to be flexible and handle a variety of tasks at one time.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with local industry partners.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Instruction: Facilitate the classroom instructional process: evaluate and monitor student progress; assign grades; provide academic assistance to students; maintain attendance and grade records; counsel and advise students on career goals; work to retain students; maintain required classroom and office hours.
• Course and Curriculum Development: Select texts, equipment, supplies, and other learning resources; participate in the purchase of needed program supplies and equipment; develop instructional materials; create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi.
• Professional Development: Remain current within instructional field and technologies; acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials; attend scheduled college and division professional development and in-service activities; support related professional organizations; participate in the annual faculty evaluation process.
• Service to Students: Comply with FERPA laws; participate in advising, recruitment, admissions, and orientation of potential students; assist students with job placement; support student activities including SkillsUSA and NTHS.
• Service to the College and Community: Assist in the recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned; participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes; support and participate in the College's decision-making processes; provide input and assistance with budgets; attend graduation exercises and participate in mandatory college programs; develop and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with colleagues; maintain an active program advisory committee; work to meet and exceed COE benchmarks for student completion and placement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or administration, on and off campus.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Standing, walking, lifting, bending, driving, use of computers.