Full Time Welding Instructor

LCC Luna Community College; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,500; Full time

Job summary

Luna Community College seeks a Welding Instructor to teach required welding courses for certificates and degrees, with potential travel to satellite locations. The role emphasizes student assessment, curriculum innovation, and coordination with industry partners.

The incumbent will also contribute to accreditation activities, advise students, and participate in professional development while coordinating part-time instructors as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires AWS SMAW certification and at least 3 years welding experience.
• Must obtain OSHA 10 certification within 90 days of hire.
• Teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares syllabi each semester, selects textbooks, and adopts textbooks within the institution’s system.
• Delivers welding instruction across required courses and satellite locations.
• Assesses course learning outcomes and uses data to improve teaching strategies.
• Participates in program and curriculum development and hiring of part-time instructors.
• Provides student advisement, degree audits, and completion goal guidance.
• Maintains industry linkages and participates in professional development.

Skills

Adult learning theory

Curriculum development

Teaching in welding

Course assessment design

Industry collaboration

Education

AWS SMAW certification

OSHA 10 certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Compensation 38,000 to 42,500 Compensation Type: Exempt Employment Type: Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Grade: E07 Department: Instruction

Position Summary

This position is responsible for instructing students in required Welding courses necessary for the pursuit of certificate(s), associate degree(s) and to American Welding Society certifications in Welding. The incumbent in this role will be required to complete all required and necessary assessment related to the course(s) taught at the requires of the College/Academic Director as it relates to accreditation and assessment. In conjunction with the department director, this position is responsible for course assessment, evaluation of data, program innovation, growth, recruitment, articulation, and where appropriate accreditation. The incumbent in this position may be required to travel to satellite locations and/or locations designated by the college for instruction.

Duties & Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepares syllabi each semester, chooses textbooks for courses, and adopts textbooks within the institution’s textbook adoption system.
• Uses the institutions Learning Management System to facilitate student learning for all modalities of instruction.
• Travels to satellite campuses and local school districts to provide instructional delivery as requested.
• Implements techniques to facilitate student active learning.
• Prepares, administers and grades assignments, tests and quizzes; develops handouts and other learning aids.
• Participates in course learning outcomes assessment each semester and utilize the assessment data to improve teaching strategies within the program and courses.
• Participates in program and curriculum development, proposing program improvements and innovations.
• Participates in hiring and scheduling part-time instructors as assigned.
• Provides one-to-one student guidance and advisement on topics including regular degree audits, individual tutoring referral, early alert processes and completion goals.
• Participates in professional development, committee work, and conferences.
• Operates equipment and performs work related to designated field(s) in Career and Technical Education.
• Coordinates and schedules student tutors as appropriate.
• Participates in student recruitment, retention and placement efforts.
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• Establishes and maintains linkages with appropriate business and industry for partnerships and successful workforce transitions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Proficient in adult learning theory, curriculum development and classroom, laboratory and field presentation techniques.

• Knowledge of advising methods and techniques
• Proficient in research methodology and information resources related to designated field(s) of career and technical education studies.
• Knowledge of basic supervisory and coaching principles and practices
• Ability to supervise students in work experience settings
• Ability to creatively innovate curriculum, resolve departmental challenge, and engage in a diverse student population.
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment and applications including Microsoft Office suite, Google suite and any other applications used by the college.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL FACTORS

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The worker stands at least 70 percent of the time.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading and visual inspection.
• The worker may be required to work evenings and/or weekends.
• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES

• AWS certification using (SMAW) is required.
• Three (3) years of experience in Welding is required.
• Must obtain OSHA 10 certification within 90 days from date of hire.
• Teaching experience is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license without restrictions for the duration of employment.

EEO STATEMENT

LCC is an equal opportunity employer. Luna Community College (LCC) is the only community college in northeastern New Mexico. LCC is dedicated to providing accessible, innovative, and integrated learning experiences that prepare students to compete at the forefront of their chosen fields and to lead in their communities. The Collaborative for Higher Education Shared Services (CHESS) supports independently governed member colleges by sharing tools, talent, and best practices so that we are laser focused on providing a world-class student experience leading to success for all students.