Welding and Joining Adjunct Instructor, ED

Office of the Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

West Georgia Technical College seeks a Welding and Joining Adjunct Instructor to deliver theory and hands-on training in welding and joining technology. Courses are taught in classroom and lab settings, with on-campus, blended, and mobile lab delivery as needed.

Times may include mornings, afternoons, or evenings to meet program needs. The role pays $40.00 per training hour as a part-time, temporary adjunct without benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Welding and Joining Technology or related diploma/degree from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years out of the past seven (7) years of experience in welding and joining.
• Must be able to pass the AWS welding test; some locations will require an additional pipe welding test.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction in the theory and practical applications of Welding and Joining Technology.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in Welding and Joining Technology.
• Instructs courses in a classroom and lab environment that closely simulates the industry environment.
• Instructs face-to-face, blended, on-campus, and mobile lab as needed.
• Prepare customized training plan according to client needs.
• Assesses student progress and grades coursework.
• Utilizes current technology in the classroom and lab.
• Maintains program certification/accreditation as appropriate.
• May attend professional development training as required.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Diploma in Welding and Joining Technology or related diploma/degree from an accredited institution

Three (3) years welding and joining experience in past seven years

Job description

Job Title

Welding and Joining Adjunct Instructor, ED

Agency

West Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID

JR0000005229

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$40.00 PER HOUR

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Adjunct faculty are responsible for presenting instruction in the specified subject area. The payment method is based on training contact hours, with a rate of $40.00 per training hour.

INSTRUCTION

• Provides instruction in the theory and practical applications of Welding and Joining Technology in accordance with industry standards.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in Welding and Joining Technology.
• Instructs courses in a classroom and lab environment that closely simulates the environment of the industry.
• Instructs face-to-face, blended, on‑campus, and mobile lab as needed
• Prepare customized training plan according to the needs of corporate or community customers.
• Assesses student progress based on established course grading requirements; grades all coursework in a timely manner in accordance to industry standards.
• Utilizes current technology in the classroom and lab.
• Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss student instructional programs and other issues.
• Maintains program certification/accreditation requirements as appropriate for the teaching discipline.
• May be required to attend professional development training as required for specific classroom/lab course delivery.
• Selected candidates must be able to work morning, afternoons or evening hours.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Welding and Joining Technology or related diploma/degree from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years out of the past seven (7) years of experience in welding and joining.
• Must be able to pass the AWS welding test; some locations will require an additional pipe welding test.
• Valid driver’s license.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in Welding and Joining Technology with 5 or more years welding experience
• AWS or related welding and joining certifications.
• Directly related teaching experience at the post‑secondary level.

PAY & BENEFITS

• $40.00 per contact hour.
• All adjunct positions are part‑time, temporary positions offered on the needs of the college.
• Adjunct positions do not include benefits or promises of future full‑time employment.
• All courses are face‑to‑face unless otherwise indicated.

SAFETY AND TECHNOLOGY

• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the Welding and Joining Technology program.
• Supports faculty to ensure all equipment is in working order.
• Ensure students are instructed in and follow all safety rules for operating equipment and using tools.
• Ensure classrooms and work areas are properly cleaned and maintained at all times.

COMPETENCIES

• Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom and lab content.
• Skill to make timely decisions.
• Ability to break larger tasks into manageable, smaller tasks.
• Decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Skill in accurate grading and record keeping.
• Skills in interpersonal relations and in interacting with the public.
• Oral and written communication skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional classroom and lab environment. This role routinely uses standard office, classroom, and lab equipment and technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk, or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move classroom/lab equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EMPLOYMENT POLICY

The Technical College System of Georgia and West Georgia Technical College do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law) in educational programs, activities, admissions or employment. All applicants will be considered; however, only selected applicants may be interviewed. Approval of employment does not constitute a contract. Continued employment is contingent upon job performance and funding.

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.