Welding Instructor - Multi-Site & Online Teaching

Houston Community College; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Community College (HCC) invites applications for an Instructor, Welding - Full time Faculty Assignment. The role supports college curriculum, teaches using varied methodologies, and engages in advising, development and service.

The candidate will teach a full load each semester across multiple locations and modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, online) and participate in academic advising and program development. A welding-related credential and degree are required or preferred per policy.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• AWS/ASME Welder Qualification Record plus 5 years welding experience may substitute for degree.
• American Welding Society Certified Welding Educator credential preferred.
• Copy of transcript conferring degree and certification(s) must accompany application.
• 3 years directly-related work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate skill and knowledge in teaching discipline.
• Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair.
• Plan, develop, and use a variety of innovative teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives/learning outcomes and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
• Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives/learning outcomes and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.
• Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.
• Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional and program/discipline needs including dual credit sections at partner school districts.
• Teach in the modalities of face-to-face, hybrid, online (synchronous or asynchronous), or any combination of modalities.
• Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously; assist the chair with routine maintenance of instructional laboratories.
• Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.
• Submit all grades, attendance rosters, or any other required items at the stipulated time.

Skills

Willing to teach day/evening classes

Computer skills / software proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Organizational and planning skills

Sensitivity to diverse students

Inspiring and motivating students

Self-discipline and people management

Education

Associate’s degree required

Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred

Welder qualification substitute for degree

AWSCertified Welding Educator credential preferred

Job description

Houston Community College (HCC) invites applications for an Instructor, Welding - Full time Faculty Assignment. The role supports college curriculum, teaches using varied methodologies, and engages in advising, development and service.

The candidate will teach a full load each semester across multiple locations and modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, online) and participate in academic advising and program development. A welding-related credential and degree are required or preferred per policy.