Welding Adjunct Instructor (Brooks High School and Delta Academy)

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College seeks a Welding Adjunct Instructor to teach welding technology courses to both college and high school students during day classes. The instructor will follow the approved syllabus and employ appropriate teaching and assessment methods.

Responsibilities include maintaining gradebooks, preparing reports, and ensuring accurate inventory of equipment. Experience in-field and relevant certifications are required to support effective classroom instruction.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in teaching discipline with verifiable credentials, qualifications, or competencies appropriate for teaching the course content.
• In-field certifications are preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in-field is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students in welding technology courses, including college and high school students, during day classes.
• Demonstrate appropriate teaching techniques and effective testing and grading procedures, including maintenance of gradebooks and records.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form; apply current in-field procedures and follow the approved course syllabus.
• Complete all reports, records, and invoices promptly and maintain inventory of assigned properties.

Education

Diploma or higher in teaching discipline with verifiable credentials

In-field certifications

three (3) years of experience in-field

Job description

Job Title: Welding Adjunct Instructor (Brooks High School and Delta Academy) Agency: Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Job Requisition ID: JR0000003346 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: SALARY IS ADJUNCT PAY SCALE (LUMP SUM).

Job Description

Under general supervision, will provide instruction to students in welding technology courses to include college and/or high school students during day classes. Demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques. Demonstrates the use of appropriate testing and grading procedures including proper maintenance of gradebooks and any other appropriate record-keeping required. Demonstrates the effective use of oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates knowledge of current in-field procedures. Follow the approved course syllabus. Completes all reports, records, and invoices in a timely manner and maintains an accurate inventory of all assigned properties.

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College seeks to recruit, hire, and retain faculty and staff who display a willingness to support students of underrepresented gender and minority groups, as well as students with disabilities. All employees of the college are required to participate fully in the realization of equity in recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and placement of students enrolled or who seek to become enrolled in programs at the college, with a special emphasis on nontraditional program participants.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform the duties of this position successfully, the incumbent must have the appropriate work experience, hold the appropriate certification and credentials, and be able to perform each key position duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please contact [e-mail] to request accommodations.

SUMMARY OF WORKING CONDITIONS

Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, Various types of advanced in-field equipment as required by academic program and accreditation standards, Various types of heavy equipment and maintenance/repair tools.

Working Conditions: Category II - Limited probability of exposure to hazardous chemicals/pathogens. This is a part-time position, therefore no overtime can be earned. Periodic travel between major Wiregrass campuses and satellite sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• a Diploma or higher in the teaching discipline with verifiable credentials, qualifications, OR competencies appropriate for teaching the course content
• In-field certifications
• three (3) years of experience in-field

**NOTE: A combination of related experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to meeting all other minimum qualifications, the highly desired candidate will possess one or more of the following: In addition to meeting all other minimum qualifications, the highly desired candidate will possess one or more of the following: Minimum of an Associate's Degree outside of the teaching discipline with industry certifications or verifiable work experience appropriate for teaching the course content.

Salary/Benefits

Salary is Adjunct Pay Scale (Lump Sum). This is an adjunct position used on an as needed basis, not to exceed 27 hours per week. No promise of full-time employment exists. No health nor flexible benefits will be provided. This position is funded in whole or in part by State/Local/Tuition funds.

Background Investigations

Pursuant to college policy, a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history records check and employment history reference checks will be performed for all candidates offered employment. Other checks such as Motor Vehicle Records may be conducted for any candidate receiving an offer, as well as internal candidates prior to being promoted or transferred into a position with the college.

Other Required Tests: No additional tests are required for this position. Should a candidate be chosen for a 2nd interview, references which support prior work history and employment experience will be contacted. Please note that some employers charge a processing fee to complete employment verifications. If a former employer requires payment to complete employment verification forms, this fee must be paid by the candidate. For positions requiring official transcripts, the candidate will be responsible for ordering and payment for these transcripts. Wiregrass is responsible for payments for criminal history searches, MVR searches, credit checks, and other items listed in the required tests portion above.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

As set forth in its student catalog, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Any violation or questions may be directed to: Shalonda Sanders, Title IX Coordinator (all campuses), Vice President for Human Resources and Operations, Valdosta Campus, Cox Hall, Room Rm. 548, [phone] or [e-mail]; OR Katrina Royal, Student ADA Section 504 Coordinator (all campuses), Dean for Student Engagement, Valdosta Campus, Berrien Hall, Room 100, [phone] ext. 1236 or [e-mail] *student ADA student disability claims only. Telephone numbers are accessible to persons who are deaf or hard of hearing through the Georgia Relay by dialing 711 or 1-800-255-0056 from a TTY/TDD.

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government Information

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