Adjunct Assistant Professor, Welding (CTP)

Santa Fe College Employees•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The Adjunct Assistant Professor develops, prepares, and teaches technical coursework in welding under general supervision. Instruction may take place during the day, evening, or online, and through other distance-learning formats. The Construction and Technical Programs use hands-on learning to prepare students for employment and career advancement in industrial occupations. The role supports student success through instruction, curriculum development, assessment, and timely feedback. It also contributes to departmental and college activities, maintains student and course records, observes college policies and confidentiality requirements, and provides professional service to students and colleagues.

Requirements

High school graduation.
At least six years of industry experience.
Knowledge of SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, oxy-fuel welding, brazing and cutting, plasma arc cutting, pipe welding, and print reading.
Current welding certification under AWS or ASME welding codes, and understanding of those codes.
Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment.
Adaptability and flexibility in a changing, rapid-growth environment.
Analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to interpret information and data, identify issues, draw conclusions, and evaluate solutions.
Professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful communication skills.
Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service to students and faculty, including patience when assisting students with limited computer skills.
Integrity, professionalism, civility, and ethical conduct.
Organization and time-management skills.
Relationship-management and interactive service skills.
Ability to set and exceed established targets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize, coordinate, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

Formal welding education is helpful.
Associate's degree.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and deliver instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings to promote student success.
Support the college and departmental missions through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.
Collaborate with the Chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum that supports mastery of course content.
Use technological literacy and innovation in instructional delivery.
Work collaboratively as part of an academic team.
Assist with implementation of college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the college’s philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.
Participate in departmental meetings and collegewide committees as needed.
Provide students with frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback on academic performance.
Document student progress and maintain records, including attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes.
Develop methods to assess student progress fairly and accurately against stated learning outcomes and objectives.
Maintain appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
Maintain records of operating procedures and, as needed, share position-specific knowledge and provide guidance on collegewide ERP and related processes and departmental procedures.
Serve the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities.
Comply with college rules, procedures, guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations, including requirements related to records retention, FERPA, and confidentiality.
Protect the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and other sensitive information in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provide courteous, informed, accessible, and professional service.
Perform other duties as assigned.