Part-Time Instructor Welding (POOL)

CENTRAL OREGON COMMUNITY CLG; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 964,320 - 1,102,080; Part time

Job summary

Central Oregon Community College seeks a part‑time Welding Instructor at the Redmond campus to teach certificate and AAS courses, conduct labs, and evaluate student performance.

The position involves classroom and self‑paced lab instruction, collaboration on curricula, and supporting student career planning, with an hourly rate negotiable depending on load units.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in welding or related field required.
• 5+ years welding or related experience preferred.
• Experience teaching welding in certificate or degree programs.
• Ability to teach in classroom, remote, and self-paced lab environments.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Welding courses in classroom, remote, or online modes.
• Lead and supervise student laboratory practices.
• Coordinate curriculum development and evaluation for courses/programs.
• Assist students with career planning and job placement.
• Collaborate with College staff to support student success.
• Schedule day/evening classes at the Redmond campus.

Skills

Welding knowledge

Instructional comm

Lab supervision

English skills

LMS proficiency

Remote teaching

Education

Associates degree in welding or related field

5 years welding experience

Tools

Zoom video conferencing

LMS familiarity

Job description

Job Overview

Hourly rate: 752 per load unit (subject to change due to ongoing faculty negotiations).

Position Type: Part‑Time Instructor

Instructor Status: This is a part‑time instructor position, non‑represented and non‑benefited.

Overtime Eligible: Exempt

FLSA Status: Learned Professional

Campus Location: Redmond

Primary Purpose

The Part‑time Instructor provides instruction in Welding for students in certificate and Associate of Applied Science degree programs. The position involves teaching, selecting and conducting laboratory learning experiences appropriate for meeting objectives, and evaluating student performance in the classroom and self‑paced laboratory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in Welding courses in classroom, remote, or online delivery mode using established course outcomes. This includes lecturing, directing and supervising student laboratory practices, and providing individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress. Classroom teaching may require 4‑8 load units (8 to 16 contact hours per week) per term in the self‑paced environment.
• Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day and/or evening classes taught at the Redmond Campus.
• Includes shared responsibility for curriculum development and participation in evaluation for courses and the program.
• Cooperate with other College personnel to assist students with career planning, job placement, and follow‑up studies.
• Act as a resource person for students.
• Cooperate with the Business Department efforts to revise and standardize curricula for these classes.
• Attend regular trainings as scheduled by the department or College.
• Perform other essential duties and tasks specific to each location, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of field of Manufacturing Technology, specifically welding, based on education and/or experience in the field.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.
• Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.
• Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers, video chat technology (e.g. Zoom) and familiarity with or willingness to learn the learning management system (LMS) used at COCC.
• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.
• Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
• Ability to work with other faculty and COCC staff at all levels.
• Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.
• Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment.

Ergonomic Requirements

• Associates’ degree and/or 5 years work experience in welding, or a closely related discipline.
• One year of secondary or college‑level teaching or advising.
• Evidence of excellence, or promise of excellence, in instruction.
• Computer Literacy: Training in, or experience with, email, internet, word processing, and presentation applications.
• Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment.

Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s preferred in subject or closely related discipline.
• 5–10 years work experience in welding or a closely related discipline.

EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

Contact Information

Human Resources
Newberry Hall
Bend, OR 97703
541‑383‑7216
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