Welding Instructor

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life for–

Leave policy and holidays

Work/Life balance schedule

State Retirement Plan and 401(k)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Northeastern Technical College (NETC) is seeking a Welding Instructor to teach welding courses, develop curriculum, and support students and administration. The role involves maintaining lab safety and equipment, advising students, and participating in college committees.

The position requires an educational background in welding and substantial welding experience, with preferred AWS certification and teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate Degree in Welding or Diploma with welding experience.
• Proficient in ARC, MIG, TIG, Flux Core and Pipe welding.
• Knowledge of gas welding and plasma cutting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop course materials and curricula.
• Advise students and assist administration via committees.
• Maintain safety and lab equipment; provide timely reports.

Skills

ARC welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Flux Core welding

Pipe welding

Gas welding

Plasma cutting

Education

Associate Degree in Welding

Diploma in Welding (1 year)

8+ years welding experience

Job description

Responsibilities of Welding Instructor

To serve as an 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.
• Participate in assisting students in personal and professional development.
• Develop, revise and maintenance of courses and curriculum through course objectives, outlines and appropriate instructional methods. Demonstrate and provide professional effective classroom management and control, maintain safety and current lab experience and equipment, provide timely and accurate reports supporting the collegiate learning environment.
• Effective use of required office hours and professional student advising for student completion.
• Participate in college activities and the promotion of NETC through service.
• Participate in activities designed to develop professional skills to maintain and improve job proficiency.
• All other duties assigned by the Dean of Workforce and Continuing Education.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities of Welding Instructor

To serve as an 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.
• Participate in assisting students in personal and professional development.
• Develop, revise and maintenance of courses and curriculum through course objectives, outlines and appropriate instructional methods. Demonstrate and provide professional effective classroom management and control, maintain safety and current lab experience and equipment, provide timely and accurate reports supporting the collegiate learning environment.
• Effective use of required office hours and professional student advising for student completion.
• Participate in college activities and the promotion of NETC through service.
• Participate in activities designed to develop professional skills to maintain and improve job proficiency.
• 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 one (1) year Diploma in Welding and eight (8) or more years welding experience and working towards an Associate Degree. Must be proficient in ARC, MIG, TIG, Flux Core, Pipe welding (high pressure), Gas welding and Gas and plasma cutting. Preferred requirements: AWS Certified Welding Inspector and teaching experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of principles and procedures pertaining to higher education. Knowledge and/or work experience. Knowledge of standard business practices and accepted protocol for areas of responsibility. Knowledge of college mission, goals and objectives and ability to relate these to areas of responsibility. Ability to supervise and coordinate the activities of a professional level staff; establish good working relationships with alumni, businesses, students, faculty and others. Ability to interpret and apply all related laws. Demonstration of teaching abilities.

Additional Comments

Employee will receive minimal supervision in the performance of teaching and advising responsibilities; employee is expected to demonstrate independence and discretion in teaching practice and student advising. Drivers license required.

The teaching environment includes classroom and lab, requiring local travel to business/industry and community campuses and some short term travel may be required for professional meetings. Professional Development may require some overnight stays. Teaching locations include partner High Schools, State, Federal and Juvenile Correction facilities, community campuses, and industry partners.

Northeastern Technical College (NETC) offers exceptional benefits packages for positions that include:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• Attractive leave policy in addition to most State Holidays
• Work/Life Balance Work Schedule
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
• Professional Development opportunities

NETC Is a Qualified Employer For Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. The PSLF Program Forgives The Remaining Balance On Your Direct Loans After You Have Made 120 Qualifying Monthly Payments Under a Qualifying Repayment Plan While Working Full-time At NETC. To Qualify For PSLF, You Must

• be employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization (federal service includes U.S. military service)
• work full-time for that agency or organization
• have Direct Loans (or consolidate other federal student loans into a Direct Loan)
• repay your loans under an income-driven repayment plan*
• make 120 qualifying payments