Welding Technology Instructor

Kansas City Kansas Community College; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 48,020 - 67,823; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) is seeking a full-time Welding Technology faculty member to deliver high-quality, learner-centered instruction across KCKCC locations. The incumbent will support the college’s mission and strategic plan while ensuring equipment, curriculum, and resources stay current with industry standards.

The role involves instructional leadership, curriculum updates, budgeting, and active engagement with advisory boards, industry partners, and student placement

Qualifications

• Three years of related industry experience.
• Associate degree in an appropriate discipline.
• Experience working with diverse student populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide formal instruction and leadership in the Welding Technology program.
• Ensure curriculum and materials align with industry standards.
• Maintain equipment and training modules within budget constraints.
• Support program budgeting and procurement processes.
• Develop and update course syllabi and lesson plans.
• Recruit and market the program to potential students.
• Participate in program assessment and advisory board activities.
• Assist in student job placement and safety monitoring.

Skills

Teaching diverse learners

Tech literacy

Industry collaboration

Industry tech integration

Policy and procedures

Education

Associate degree

Three years industry experience

Job description

Job Classification

Pay grade level: N/A

Compensation: $48,020.59-$67,822.90. Commensurate with education outlined in the current collective bargaining contract salary schedule.

Employee category: Faculty - 182 days

Department: Welding Technology

Reports to: Associate Dean of Career and Technical Education

FLSA status: Exempt

Job Code: TBD

Location: Primarily TEC, but any other college location as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Summary

Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) is currently searching for a full-time faculty member to provide high-quality, learner-centered instruction for students enrolled in Welding Technology-related coursework at any KCKCC location while supporting the institution's mission, vision, and strategic plan.

Position Description

• Provide formal instruction and leadership in the Welding Technology program using learner-centered pedagogy.
• Ensure curriculum, resources, and materials are updated with industry standards and practices.
• Specify, select, operate, and maintain equipment and/or training modules required to support the specific course(s) taught within departmental budget constraints.
• Ensure program equipment stays current and on trend with the industry.
• Work with program personnel on the departmental budget and utilize the e-purchasing system to purchase and procure programmatic items.
• Maintain and update course syllabi addressing targeted student abilities, specific competencies, textbook requirements, grading/assessment methodology, course scheduling, and/or other items as required.
• Prepare course lesson plans utilizing the approved program syllabi.
• Demonstrate commitment to the program, division, and total institution by timely attendance and submission of required grades, attendance, or other miscellaneous reports to the administration.
• Help to recruit and market the program to potential students.
• Collaborate on textbook selection and educational resources to support program learning with program personnel.
• Complete all assessment activities per the Office of Assessment's guidelines, including program review and documentation.
• Maintain an industry-based advisory board in support of a college-level program. The advisory board must meet at least twice per year.
• Assist in student job placement and follow-up.
• Ensure students are following appropriate safety practices.
• Participate in regular professional development.
• Hold regular program meetings with program faculty and staff.
• Serve on institutional committees as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned by appropriate administrator

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to train and work with diverse students and learners.
• Strong computer and technology skills.
• Able to work professionally and collaboratively with industry partners.
• Knowledge of the latest industry technology and ability to integrate the technology into the program.
• Ability to work within institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of related industry experience.
• Associate degree in an appropriate discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline.
• Previous teaching experience.
• Experience in learner-centered pedagogy.

Working Conditions

In performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. Occasionally, the employee may need to push or lift items. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing the essential functions of the role.

Work Schedule

Must be able to work a variable schedule/hour to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours.

KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer