Welding Instructor (Trade Experience)

tstc; Texas; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation, sick time & holidays

State of Texas health benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

TSTC Ft. Bend campus seeks Welding Instructors to deliver approved curriculum in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitating activities and discussions that engage diverse learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.

Instructors interpret and administer assessments, integrate technology to enrich experiences, and act as ambassadors for their programs. Industry experience required; submit certifications, licenses, and transcripts with your resume.

Qualifications

• Verifiable industrial work experience in the welding and fabrication Industry.
• Must be knowledgeable and proficient in all welding disciplines (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and SAW on plate and pipe as well as knowledge in Plasma and Oxy-Acetylene cutting procedures).
• Successful completion of supervised Weld Test on site.
• Must be proficient at blueprint reading and pipefitting theory and its application.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.
• Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.
• Performs student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.
• Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.
• Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts.

Skills

Industrial welding

Welding disciplines

Weld test on site

Blueprint reading

Pipefitting theory

Education

NDTE experience

Metallurgical background

Job description

What We Offer You:

• More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career
• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated
• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break
• You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas' comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more. Follow the links below for additional details:
• TSTC Benefits
• TSTC Retirement Plans
• Employee Discount Program

Job Description:

New positions for Welding Instructors coming soon to our Ft. Bend campus! TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.

Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences.

Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.

We provide our Instructors with the training to be successful. Industry experience required. Please submit certifications, licenses, and transcripts along with your resume.

Faculty will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY:

Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT:

Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.

STUDENT RETENTION AND PLACEMENT:

Performs student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.

PROGRAM RECRUITMENT & PROMOTION:

Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.

TEAMWORK & SERVICE:

Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintains flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

The core competencies for direct instructional delivery in an applied learning environment can be condensed into a few overarching categories:

• TEACHING & LEARNING: Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques. Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs.
• MENTORSHIP & COACHING: Understanding and empathizing with student experiences. Providing personalized guidance and support. Articulating ideas clearly and fostering open communication.
• ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK: Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning. Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies.
• TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION: Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.

Required Skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses

• Verifiable industrial work experience in the welding and fabrication Industry.
• Must be knowledgeable and proficient in all welding disciplines (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and SAW on plate and pipe as well as knowledge in Plasma and Oxy-Acetylene cutting procedures).
• Successful completion of supervised Weld Test on site.
• Must be proficient at blueprint reading and pipefitting theory and its application.

Preferred Skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses

• Preferred candidate would also have:
• 2 Years or more teaching experience a plus
• NDTE experience and strong metallurgical background preferred.
• 3+ years industrial experience in the Welding and Fabrication Industry
• AWS D1.1 or D9.1 Certifications
• NCCER Certification
• OSHA 30

Education and Expe