Workforce Development Structural Fitting Instructor

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Virginia Peninsula Community College seeks an Adjunct Structural Fitting Instructor in the Workforce Development Department. The role teaches Marine Trades Training (MTT) Structural Fitting, with hours varying by student enrollment and staffing needs.

The appointment is part-time with no guaranteed continued employment, and instruction may occur day, evening, or weekend. The instructor will emphasize safety, blueprint interpretation, ship structures, and the use of structural fitting tools,

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent is required.
• Significant welding and structural fitting field experience.
• Prior experience delivering or developing training.
• Passion for student-centered teaching and excellence for diverse learners.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching to traditional and non-traditional students.

Responsibilities

• Teach Marine Trades Training (MTT) Structural Fitting in Workforce Development.
• Instruct students on safety practices and proper use of structural fitting tools.
• Demonstrate reading blueprints and applying math to course projects.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and timely submission of final grades.
• Support students’ workplace readiness and professional conduct.

Skills

Welding experience

Structural fitting

Teaching experience

Adult learners training

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Working Title Workforce Development Structural Fitting Instructor Role Title Adjunct-Instructor Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number Agency Virginia Peninsula Community College Division Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div) Work Location Hampton - 650 Hiring Range $40-$50/hr Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule

Varies based upon schedule and contract

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.

Virginia Peninsula seeks faculty to teach up to 1500 hours per year as an Adjunct Instructor in the Workforce Development Department. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. Applicants will be part of a standing pool which the College will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment. Instruction may be during the day, evening, or weekend. This position will teach Marine Trades Training (MTT) Structural Fitting in Workforce Development.

The Adjunct Structural Fitting Instructor directly supports Workforce Development’s MTT Structural Fitting program. This position helps meet all training needs for the Workforce Development Structural Fitting department. This position will instruct students in identifying and performing appropriate safety practices and procedures. Including ensuring all weld lines are clear and safe, recognizing, identify, and properly using structural fitting tools and equipment. Operating and troubleshooting basic maintenance on structural fitting equipment, understanding and identifying job requirements. This position will also instruct students in exhibiting workplace readiness including effective communication and work ethic; Identifying and understanding ship structures, ship orientation, and ship traversing terminology. Demonstrating competency in reading, understanding, and applying blueprint knowledge to course projects. Understanding and applying math and measurement skills to assigned activities and course projects. Demonstrating competency in use of structural fitting tools and steel shapes to complete effective repairs and building of steel ships, fairing deck plates and installing stiffeners. Other duties may be assigned by the Director.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Significant work experience within the welding and structural fitting field.
• Prior experience delivering or developing training.
• Have a passion for the discipline and a commitment to a student-centered philosophy in support of academic excellence for diverse groups of learners.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team.
• Willingness to serve the needs of traditional and non-traditional students from a variety of backgrounds and age groups.
• Ability to modify when appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
• Adopt methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes.
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience and/or strong interest in teaching and inspiring adult learners to fulfill the College’s mission to change lives and empower students to succeed.
• Must be able to work at all campus locations.

Additional Considerations

• Community college teaching experience.
• Teaching experience in online or hybrid, and traditional face to face classroom modalities.
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience in using instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g. Canvas) with ability to use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience.
• Demonstrated ability to measure, assess and align student outcomes within courses or programs

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel

minimum

Job Open Date 02/11/2026

Job Close Date 12/31/2026

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.