Instructor, Welding Tulsa Technology Center

Oklahoma State Chamber; Broken Arrow, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulsa Tech is seeking an Instructor for Welding to educate and train students, preparing them for the workplace or further education. The role requires managing a dynamic classroom, organizing instructional materials, and delivering competency-based instruction in alignment with program goals.

The instructor will provide student counseling, maintain records, and collaborate with district staff to support retention and program completion.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in welding or related teaching field.
• Knowledge of SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW welding practices.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Must obtain ODCTE teaching certification with a Trade & Industrial endorsement upon employment.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage the classroom to create an optimal learning environment.
• Plan and organize instructional materials, update lesson plans, and instruct students using competency-based curriculum.
• Evaluate student progress toward competencies and provide feedback.
• Provide counseling and collaborate with administrators to support student retention and completion.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress and grades.
• Process paperwork for district operations and purchasing.
• Develop and maintain industry contacts and promote student placement.
• Participate in campus projects and CTSO activities as assigned.
• Stay current with educational methodology and industry topics through professional development.
• Exercise discretion and provide consultation to management on departmental operations.

Skills

Welding experience

Welding processes SMAW GMAW FCAW GTAW

Driver's license

ODCTE teaching certification

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Instructor, Welding

Status: Full-Time / Exempt

Shift: Days

Note: This position is a 10-month Work Contract, working August - May of the school year.

Description: Educate and train students to gain skills, knowledge and behaviors and support their successful entry into the workplace or higher education, in a manner that supports the program within industry and the community and is consistent with District Core Values.

Essential Functions

1. Effectively manage the classroom to create optimal learning environment, maintaining an appropriate balance of classroom discipline.
2. Plan and organize instructional materials/supply inventories/tools/equipment, update lesson plans and instruct students in competency-based developmental program curriculum using current instructional strategies appropriate to subject matter (i.e., classroom, self-paced, Blackboard interactive website, lab, clinicals, etc.) to assure highest quality classroom instruction.
3. Evaluate students on a recurrent basis to provide timely indications of student’s progress toward competencies and knowledge required for successful completion of program.
4. Provide academic, personal, and behavioral counseling to students to support their successful completion of program requirements. Collaborate with District administration and Student Service representatives to devise appropriate intervention measures to effect maximum student retention and program completion.
5. Maintain up-to-date records of student attendance, academic progress and grades as required by district policy and certification agencies.
6. Process, maintain and/or monitor paperwork required for district operations (inventory purchasing, follow-up data, etc.).
7. Develop and maintain community/business contacts and participate with industry advisory committee to promote interaction among students and practitioners, assure the program curriculum remains a current reflection of job market skill requirements and to facilitate placement of students.
8. Participate in projects/assignments in support of the campus or program, as assigned, which might include activities such as assistance with CTSO activities/competitions, attendance at school events, performing monitoring duty in assigned area, etc.
9. Continue to develop professional expertise in educational methodology and learning strategies as well as in industry-specific topics through attendance/participation at conferences, professional development training, professional associations, periodic industry internships and industry related events.
10. Exercise discretion and independent judgment in making decisions regarding the provision of services to internal and external customers and in day-to-day operations of the department. Interpret and implement policies in a manner consistent with the interests of the district. Provide advice and consultation to executive management as requested. Investigate and resolve issues, as needed, represent the department and district in a professional manner to all.
11. Maintain dependable attendance and timely arrival in accordance with scheduled work hours.
12. Perform all other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

• 3 - 5 years of experience working in welding or related field or teaching experience.
• Knowledge of welding practices and procedures in the following areas: SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW. Industry Certifications are preferred.
• Valid state issued driver’s license.
• Must obtain Oklahoma Department of CareerTech (ODCTE) teaching certification with a Trade & Industrial endorsement upon employment.
• Bilingual is a plus

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Salary Schedule

10 Month Instructor

Hiring Range

$61,239 to $71,690 annually dependent on experience and education, plus additional $9,900 compensation for salary-in-lieu of dependent benefit coverage.

Benefits

Employee Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Pension Plan, 457 Savings Plan, and paid holidays during work months.

Physical Demands

This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA - it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

Regular Requirements: Stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch; lift/move up to 20 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands; repetitive use of fingers and hands.

Occasional Requirements: Reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 40 pounds. Must be able to travel or work extended hours, as needed.

Visual Requirements: Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information.

Closing Date

For maximum consideration, receipt of application material is October 14th. However, the position will remain open until filled.

NOTE

New teachers will be employed on a Temporary Contract for the first four (4) semesters of employment. (School Laws of Oklahoma 70-6-101.23) TULSA TECH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER