Instructor, Fabrication and Pipe Welding

Lamar State College-Orange; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship and community engagement

Job summary

Lamar State College-Orange is seeking an instructional faculty member emphasizing teaching, scholarship, and service in the area of Welding. As a faculty member, you will prepare and instruct classes, evaluate student performance, and actively participate in curriculum development.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher with relevant industry experience. The role includes scheduled office hours for student support and participation in college-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 12 semester hours in the teaching discipline.
• Industry experience in Welding or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and instruct classes in various formats.
• Measure and evaluate student performance.
• Participate in curriculum development.

Skills

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Teaching methodology

Curriculum development

Assessment and evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in teaching discipline

12 undergraduate semester hours in the teaching discipline

Job description

LSCO 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 role and mission of LSCO place major emphasis on the teaching component. The instructional faculty position emphasizes teaching, scholarship, and service. The apportionment of responsibilities may be modified for a specific position and semester due to classes not being offered or other variables that affect teaching assignments. Faculty will be expected to teach assigned classes according to approved course syllabi or the instructional dean.

Each faculty member will schedule office hours, including the regular working hours (Mon-Fri 8:00 – 5:00), not excluding evening hours when classes are in session. During these office hours, the faculty member will counsel students and be available for departmental, divisional, and institutional obligations. Additional events, committee meetings, professional development sessions, graduations, convocations, and other activities may require attendance outside posted office hours.

Duties / Responsibilities – Teaching

• Classroom preparation, supervision, and instruction in face‑to‑face, online, hybrid, or HyFlex deliveries.
• Field‑based or off‑campus instruction.
• Laboratory design, preparation, instruction, supervision, and related responsibilities.
• Student performance measurement, including preparation, administration, grading, and evaluation of assignments, tests, papers, examinations, research projects, etc.
• Reporting of grades on or before the deadline provided by the Registrar.
• Assessment, reporting, and artifact submission of student learning outcomes at course, program, and institutional levels.
• Student interactions to provide course‑level support, academic advisement, assistance with degree plans, registration, and course assistance.
• Coordination and supervision of student activities directly related to the academic program.
• Experiments in teaching methods and teaching‑oriented research, including developing and implementing effective learning environments.
• Timely selection and procurement of books, films, and other materials for the classroom, library, learning center, or laboratory use.
• Periodic evaluation of library holdings and recommendations of books and other materials for the library or Gator Success Center.
• Development of new courses and programs of study, including web‑based and other technology‑based instruction.
• Active participation in curriculum development, establishing program and student learning outcomes, and reporting learning outcomes as required by departmental procedures.

Professional Development and Pedagogy Advancement

• Ongoing reading and research to maintain proficiency and growth in one’s field of professional specialization.
• Attend professional development opportunities as required by the College Administration.
• Hold membership or office in professional associations.
• Attend and participate in professional association meetings, conferences, and conventions.

Service

• Support student success by assisting with and participating in commencement, PTK inductions, and other related ceremonies.
• Serve on institutional and affiliated committees.
• Serve on professional association committees.
• Participate in college‑wide assessment activities.
• Participate in institutionally sponsored activities to recruit students.
• Interview and screen candidates for faculty and staff appointments.
• Coordinate, advise, and supervise student organizations or activities not directly related to the academic program.
• Student support with academic advisement, assistance with degree plans, registration, and graduation assistance.
• Participate in sponsored community service or community projects.
• Volunteer tutoring support at Gator Success Center.

Other duties

• Comply with Office Hour requirements outlined in this Job Description and the Faculty Handbook.
• Be available to counsel students.
• Be available for departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings.
• Attend required committee meetings, events, professional development sessions, graduations, convocations, and other activities scheduled outside the typical working day.
• Other duties as assigned by College Administration.
• Faculty members who serve as Student Organization/Club Sponsors have significant responsibility for student and campus activities and are therefore considered a Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the federal Jeanne Clery Act and are responsible for reporting information in compliance with the Clery Act.

Minimum / Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in teaching discipline or Bachelor’s degree or higher in any discipline, with 12 undergraduate semester hours in the teaching discipline or related field; or an Associate’s degree in the discipline, plus 3 years of relevant full‑time work experience.

Qualifying Disciplines: Welding, Welding Technology, Metals Science (Metallurgy or Materials Science), Pipe Fitting; Industrial Education, Industrial Technology, Industrial Arts, Agriculture or hold a college certificate or an industry‑recognized credential/certificate in the teaching discipline or related field, plus 3 years of relevant full‑time work experience.

Industry Experience: Welding, Welding Fabrication, Pipe Fitting, or Pipe Welding.

College or other teaching or experience is preferred.

For technical programs, pertinent job experience outlined in the minimum faculty credential standards is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the unique needs of students with diverse backgrounds. Must comply with established college standards and policies.

Supplemental Information

Why Join LSCO? Make a lasting impact on the welding workforce and community. Work with a team of professionals dedicated to student success. Help shape the future of Southeast Texas by preparing students for rewarding careers in welding.

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting, standing, walking, talking, and seeing. Requires some lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying heavy objects, driving, operating equipment, and other office equipment. Requires stooping and bending.

LSCO is an E-Verify Employer.

Security Sensitive

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.