Instructor, Industrial Training (9+3) (Tyger River Campus)

State of South Carolina; Duncan (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Spartanburg Community College seeks an experienced Workforce Development Instructor to deliver welding and industrial automation training for workforce development, continuing education, and customized industry programs. The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on welding experience, including MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), and Stick (SMAW) welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

Teaching may be on any campus or by distance learning, and courses may be credit, non-credit, or workforce

Qualifications

• Certificate in welding or related field or equivalent credentials.
• Three years hands-on welding experience across MIG, TIG and SMAW.
• Experience teaching or training adults is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver welding and industrial automation training for workforce development and continuing education.
• Develop, revise and maintain course materials; design new programs as needed.
• Provide student advising, registration assistance and graduate placement support; participate in college activities.

Skills

Welding skills (MIG/TIG/SMAW)

Teaching experience

Course development

Education

Certificate in welding or related field

Associate degree in Welding or related field

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Spartanburg Community College seeks a highly skilled and industry-experienced Workforce Development Instructor to deliver welding and industrial automation training for workforce development, continuing education, and customized industry programs. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience in welding processes including MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), and Stick (SMAW) welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum materials with experience welding thin gauge sheet metal as well as thicker materials. This instructor will provide training in fabrication, manufacturing, and pipe welding applications while preparing students and incumbent workers for careers in advanced manufacturing and industrial trades. Teach Industrial courses to a diverse student body using effective teaching strategies; develop, revise, and maintain course materials; recommend/design new programs; maintain office hours; participate in appropriate professional development opportunities; participate in College and community activities, promote the mission of the College; develop/implement retention strategies; assist in graduate placement; assist with student advising and registration. Teaching may be on any campus or by distance learning, and may be days, nights, weekends, or a combination. Courses may also be credit, non-credit, or workforce development related.

Teaching Performance

TEACHING PERFORMANCE – The ability to present course materials through appropriate instructional strategies to facilitate the learning process.

Instructional Development

INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT – The development, revision, and maintenance of courses and curriculum through course objectives, outlines, and appropriate materials.

Instructional Management

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT – The effective use of required office hours, exhibition of effective classroom management and control, and timely and accurately submitted reports.

Student Advisement

STUDENT ADVISEMENT – The participation of the faculty member, when applicable, in assisting students in personal and professional development.

Professional Development and College Engagement

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COLLEGE ENGAGEMENT – The participation in college and community service activities that promote the institution, along with ongoing professional development efforts designed to maintain and enhance skills, knowledge, and effectiveness in the position.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Certificate in welding, mechatronics, or related field, or equivalent industry-recognized credentials. Three years of hands-on experience in welding processes, including MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), and Stick (SMAW) welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum materials, with experience in welding thin-gauge sheet metal and thicker materials.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree in Welding, Mechatronics, or other related fields, and five years of experience.

Additional Comments

Spartanburg Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long-term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.