Welding Instructor — Part-Time Adjunct

Dorsey College; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discounts

Lindenwood discount for select online

Benefits package: medical, dental, etc

Eleven paid holidays

Job summary

Dorsey College is seeking an Adjunct Welding Instructor to deliver quality instruction in the Welding Program, ensuring students develop the knowledge, technical skills, and safety practices for entry‑level employment in welding.

Instructors plan engaging lessons, conduct hands‑on labs, evaluate student performance, and mentor students. All instruction aligns with approved objectives and industry standards; maintain a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years of welding trade experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency in welding processes and techniques relevant to assigned courses.
• Ability to safely perform and demonstrate welding procedures.
• Completion of a recognized welding training program, apprenticeship, or equivalent.
• Prior teaching, training, or mentoring experience in a trade or educational setting (helpful, but not required).
• Relevant industry certifications or credentials.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Dorsey College policies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver classroom lessons and hands‑on labs using the approved course outline.
• Demonstrate welding processes, including SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and safety.
• Prepare materials and a safe, organized lab; reinforce welding safety and PPE usage.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely grades and feedback.
• Use online tools to organize course materials, communicate with students, and maintain attendance and grades.
• Submit required records and reports; communicate student concerns to campus leadership.
• Work with campus teams to support enrollment, retention, and job placement.
• Maintain current welding knowledge through professional development.
• Follow college policies, program requirements, OSHA safety standards, and FERPA where applicable.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Two years welding experience

Welding processes proficiency

Safe welding demonstrations

Welding training program completion

Teaching or mentoring experience (help

Industry certifications/credentials

Background check compliance

Education

Minimum two years welding trade experience or equivalent

Job description

Dorsey College is seeking an Adjunct Welding Instructor to deliver quality instruction in the Welding Program, ensuring students develop the knowledge, technical skills, and safety practices for entry‑level employment in welding.

Instructors plan engaging lessons, conduct hands‑on labs, evaluate student performance, and mentor students. All instruction aligns with approved objectives and industry standards; maintain a supportive learning environment.