Welding Adjunct Instructor "Pool"

Piedmont Technical College; South Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A technical college in South Carolina is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Adjunct Faculty to teach welding. This part-time, temporary position involves instructing a diverse student body using effective teaching methods and course planning. Candidates should have at least five years of welding experience along with an associate degree or relevant certifications. Preference is given to those with teaching experience in related educational settings. Opportunities may involve various teaching schedules at multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in the welding field.
• Relevant industry certifications are preferred.
• Prior teaching experience at the community college level is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach a diverse student body using effective teaching methods.
• Plan and deliver course instruction as per established syllabi.
• Participate in college functions as needed.
• Participate in college functions as needed.
• Apply teaching practices that support continuous improvement of the program and college.
• Work as a professional team member to support the college’s mission and vision.

Skills

Proficient in SMAW

Proficient in GMAW

Proficient in GTAW

Effective teaching methods

In-depth knowledge of welding trade

Education

Associate degree in welding or related field

Industry certifications

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Piedmont Technical College is accepting applications to build an active pool of qualified candidates for Adjunct Faculty (temporary, part‑time) positions. Adjunct instructors may teach at the Lex D. Walters Campus and/or at one of the college’s six county centers located in Laurens, Newberry, Edgefield, Saluda, Abbeville, and McCormick. Opportunities may include daytime or evening classes, online instruction, and dual credit courses offered at local high schools. Applications will be reviewed on an as‑needed basis as teaching opportunities become available.

Responsibilities

• Teaching a diverse student body in accordance with established syllabi at various locations, utilizing instructional technology, and applying a variety of effective teaching methods.
• Planning, managing, and delivering course instruction.
• Following all EPA and OSHA regulations that pertain to the program.
• Participating in college functions as needed.
• Applying teaching practices that support the continuous improvement of both the program and the college.
• Serving as a professional team member who supports the mission and vision of the college while performing duties with the highest level of quality and service.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of five years of experience in the welding field and an associate degree, or five years of experience along with relevant industry certifications. The successful candidate must be proficient in SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding processes on plate, pipe, and structural steel. Applicants must also possess in-depth knowledge of the welding trade and demonstrate the ability to effectively share this knowledge with others through instruction and training.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience, particularly at the community or technical college level or in secondary education settings.

Additional Comments

These are temporary, part‑time positions. Please review Agency Specific Application procedures for our required application procedures. We regret that due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to candidates individually regarding the status of their application or the status of the interview process.