Welding Instructor

Northeastern Technical College; Cheraw (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern Technical College is seeking a Welding Instructor to teach and develop quality course materials while advising students. This role requires a strong background in welding with a focus on practical skills in both classroom and lab settings, along with participation in college activities and committees. The position offers comprehensive benefits including a four-day work-week and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible scheduling options

State retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Qualifications

• Five years of welding experience or eight years with a diploma.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector preferred.
• Teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop course materials and materials for laboratory environments.
• Advise students and assist in their personal and professional development.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Proficiency in ARC welding

Proficiency in MIG welding

Proficiency in TIG welding

Proficiency in Flux Core welding

Proficiency in Pipe welding (high pressure)

Proficiency in Gas welding

Proficiency in gas and plasma cutting

Education

Associate Degree in Welding

One Year Diploma in Welding

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Welding Instructor

To serve as instructor for the College, including duties of teaching, developing materials, advising students, and providing assistance to the administration through committees and other activities.

• Present course materials through appropriate instructional strategies to facilitate the learning process through multi-modalities and laboratory environments.
• Develop, revise, and maintain current instructional materials including lesson plans, lab projects, course objectives, outlines, and appropriate instructional methods. Demonstrate professional classroom management, maintain safety, and ensure current lab experience and equipment. Provide timely and accurate reports supporting the collegiate learning environment.
• Assist students in personal and professional development.
• Utilize office hours effectively and provide professional student advising for course completion.
• Participate in college activities and promote NETC through service.
• Engage in activities designed to develop professional skills to maintain and improve job proficiency.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Dean of Workforce and Continuing Education.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Associate Degree in Welding with five (5) years of welding experience or a one (1) year Diploma in Welding with eight (8) or more years of welding experience, working towards an Associate Degree. Proficiency in ARC, MIG, TIG, Flux Core, Pipe welding (high pressure), Gas welding, and Gas and plasma cutting is required. Preferred qualifications include AWS Certified Welding Inspector and teaching experience. A valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of principles and procedures related to higher education, standard business practices, and college mission, goals, and objectives. Ability to supervise and coordinate professional staff activities, establish good relationships with alumni, businesses, students, faculty, and others. Demonstrated teaching abilities. Ability to work independently and discretely in teaching and advising roles.

Additional Comments

The teaching environment includes classroom and lab settings, requiring local travel to business/industry and community campuses. Some short-term travel for professional meetings and overnight stays for professional development may be necessary. Teaching locations include partner high schools, state, federal, and juvenile correctional facilities, community campuses, and industry partners.

Benefits

NETC offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees and their families. The college has adopted a four-day work-week schedule, operating Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with flexible scheduling options. Additional benefits include state retirement plans, deferred compensation programs, professional development opportunities, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.