Welding Instructor

Fletcher Technical Community College; Schriever (LA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Fletcher Technical Community College in Thibodaux, LA is seeking a dedicated welding instructor to teach credit and non-credit welding courses, emphasize hands-on learning, and align the curriculum with program outcomes.

You will train students in safe welding practices, assess weld quality, maintain records, and advise on employment and certifications while building relationships with local employers to support placement and workforce training.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 36 months of professional welding experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of—and ability to teach—a range of welding processes and courses.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality standards, student success, and workforce readiness.
• Effective instructional, organizational, computer, verbal, and written communication skills.
• NCCER Core or OSHA certification preferred; candidates without certification must obtain it within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach credit and non-credit welding courses using engaging, hands-on instructional methods.
• Train students in safe welding practices, equipment operation, material handling, housekeeping, and shop procedures.
• Evaluate weld quality, strength, and workmanship; maintain required inspection documentation.
• Prepare course materials, syllabi, assessments, and learning activities aligned with approved curriculum and program outcomes.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, student progress records, and required reports.
• Provide academic advising, tutoring, mentoring, and timely feedback to support student success and retention.
• Help students pursue employment, certifications, and continued education through career guidance, recommendations, and industry connections.
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers and industry partners to support placement and workforce-training opportunities.
• Ensure welding equipment and instructional technology are safe, operational, and ready for use.
• Participate in advisory committees, recruitment events, registration, college meetings, professional development, and institutional service.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment for students, colleagues, and visitors.

Skills

Welding knowledge

Teaching ability

Instructional skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

NCCER Core or OSHA cert preferred

CWI credential preferred

Job description

Job no: 495720 Closes: 11/14/2026 11:55:00 AM Work Type: Faculty Full-Time Locations: Thibodaux, LA Categories: Welding College: Fletcher Technical Community College Department: Academic Affairs & Initiatives Sub department: Energy & Advanced Technologies Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 12 month Salary: $67,948 - $91,358 (Salary commensurate with rank.)

What You'll Do:

• Teach credit and non-credit welding courses using engaging, hands-on instructional methods.
• Train students in safe welding practices, equipment operation, material handling, housekeeping, and shop procedures.
• Evaluate weld quality, strength, and workmanship; maintain required inspection documentation.
• Prepare course materials, syllabi, assessments, and learning activities aligned with approved curriculum and program outcomes.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, student progress records, and required reports.
• Provide academic advising, tutoring, mentoring, and timely feedback to support student success and retention.
• Help students pursue employment, certifications, and continued education through career guidance, recommendations, and industry connections.
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers and industry partners to support placement and workforce-training opportunities.
• Ensure welding equipment and instructional technology are safe, operational, and ready for use.
• Participate in advisory committees, recruitment events, registration, college meetings, professional development, and institutional service.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment for students, colleagues, and visitors.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 36 months of professional welding experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of—and ability to teach—a range of welding processes and courses.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality standards, student success, and workforce readiness.
• Effective instructional, organizational, computer, verbal, and written communication skills.
• NCCER Core or OSHA certification preferred; candidates without certification must obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential.
• College-level or high-school teaching experience.

Why This Role Matters:

You will do more than teach welding - you will help students gain the technical confidence, professional habits, credentials, and employer connections needed to launch or advance rewarding careers in the skilled trades.