Adjunct - Welding Technology

Northwestern Michigan College•Traverse City, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This adjunct faculty member is responsible for teaching Welding Technology in the Technical Academic Area, preparing and delivering instruction to students in cooperation with other faculty, teaching Welding Technology courses. This adjunct faculty member will employ a range of suitable strategies to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions and encourage active learning in all students, maintain proper class-related records, and promptly assess student coursework and apprise students of progress. The adjunct faculty member is a member of the professional teaching staff that is responsible for effectively implementing the mission of NMC and the Technical Academic Area. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to relate well to a diverse population of learners. Responsibilities will include submitting online attendance and grade alerts, and use of the Moodle platform for courses. This position is posted for a Fall 2026 start date of 8/10/2026.

Requirements

AWS qualified welder
Master's in Welding/Engineering field with 2 years experience OR Bachelor's in Welding/Engineering field with 2 years related experience OR Bachelor's with 3 years experience in field & 2 years related experience OR Bachelor's in Welding/Engineering field with 2 years related experience OR No degree with 5 years experience in field & 3 years teaching experience

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of involvement in industry (committees, standards, advocacy, etc.)
Bachelor’s Degree in Welding or Technical Program

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver instruction to students.
Effectively employ a range of suitable strategies to foster student learning.
Stimulate class discussions and encourage active learning in all students.
Maintain proper class-related records.
Promptly assess student coursework and apprise students of progress.
Demonstrate an interest in using current and emerging technologies in the classroom and/or in online teaching.
Support the academic area and College through other work normally expected of adjunct faculty members.
Engage in on-going professional development activities, maintaining and expanding expertise in academic field.
Effectively teach students registered for assigned classes.
Prepare appropriate plans, materials, and learning activities for students to reach the learning outcomes of each class.
Present to students, by whatever means is more effective, the information in as imaginative and stimulating a manner as his/her competence and the circumstances permit.
Consult with students individually and/or in groups to; 1) amplify, examine, critique, and/or apply course material to help students efficiently reach learning outcomes; and 2) identify common learning problems of students so the teaching strategies can be appropriately adjusted.
Construct and administer tests, and/or other means, for measuring student learning.
Report a grade for each student to the Records Office by the date due.
Maintain any student records appropriate to regular college procedure and assessment practice.
Use survey forms as designated to obtain evaluation feedback regarding performance.
Submit appropriate materials to the Vice President or his/her designee.
Attend meetings required by the Vice President, Academic Chair, or their designees.
Effectively participate in the affairs of the College as necessary to develop and maintain a strong and vibrant instructional institution.
Contribute ideas and energies to cooperate and actively participate as a team member with colleagues in carrying out activities of the division.
Consult with the Academic Chair, Department Head, or other appropriate college personnel on questions or issues involving course, curricula, instructional strategies, and College procedures and policies.
Continuously improve teaching effectiveness through professional growth.
Distributes to each student, and for each course taught, an approved syllabus that: Conveys the goals and outcomes of the course. Reflects curriculum adopted by the academic area for said course. Establishes and communicates challenging expectations for students. Explains the relationship of those expectations to the grading and assessment process.
Plans thoroughly on a daily, weekly, and semester basis to ensure implementation of the established curriculum and provides strong support for students (in their pursuit of established expectations).
Provides motivation to learn through: Thorough planning. Enthusiasm for the subject matter. An appropriate classroom climate. Relevant and current course content. The use of varied instructional delivery modes.
Facilitates and paces instruction effectively to maximize learning.
Assesses learning goals frequently, using a variety of methods, such as: Questioning techniques. Oral and/or written tests. Student presentations. Writing assignments.
Is available to students for consultation on an as-needed basis.
Provides instructional support (e.g. tutoring and support services/special needs) as deemed appropriate.
Maintains a current knowledge of the subject area(s) of instruction and effective teaching methodologies.
Makes good use of professional development opportunities.
Places the primary emphasis on student learning in the design, delivery, evaluation, and assessment of courses.
Demonstrates a continuing engagement with the learning and scholarship of his/her area of specialization.
Strives to be on the cutting edge of professional content knowledge and methodology.
Provides a clear and comprehensive course syllabus.
Understands and adapts teaching to the various learning styles present in the classroom as demonstrated by the development of course materials and assessment of student learning.
Understands and practices a variety of teaching strategies.
Uses innovation in teaching practices to facilitate student learning.
Designs and implements a course curriculum that reflects the relevance of the academic studies to the everyday world.
Exhibits strong communication skills and serves as a role model for students in this area.
Strives to foster higher-level learning with an emphasis on analysis, problem solving and critical thinking.
Is fully committed to the mission and values of Northwestern Michigan College.
Possesses a positive attitude including the ability to see good in self and others.
Shows flexibility including the acceptance of and willingness to change.
Takes risks and tries new things.
Knows and acknowledges personal limits.
Displays self-discipline and a strong work ethic.
Accepts responsibilities for professional and personal growth.
Demonstrates success and commitment as a team player.
Uses constructive feedback as an opportunity for growth.
Handles conflict effectively.
Motivates others.
Puts students first.
Sets high expectations for students.
Resolves to “make a difference” in students’ learning.
Makes an earnest attempt to learn and remember students’ names.
Listens to and hears what students say.
Shows respect for students.
Shows confidence in students and encourages them to believe they can learn successfully.
Responds to requests (e.g., from academic area chairs, department heads, committee chairs, Records Office) in a timely and thorough manner.
Communicates with students and college personnel via the College’s electronic mail system (i.e., GroupWise).
Consults with the academic area chair or other appropriate College personnel on questions or issues involving course curricula, instructional strategies, and College policies and procedures.
Works constructively and through established channels to resolve problems.
Meets classes for the scheduled times.
Notifies the academic area office manager and the Central Scheduling Office (995-1113) as soon as possible if the need to be absent arises.
Consults the official class roster to assure that all students appearing in class are registered for the class, as students are not permitted to sit in class without being registered.
Maintains a paper or electronic record (i.e., spreadsheet or grade book) of each student’s progress and has it available upon request by appropriate College personnel.
Submits a copy of the record to the academic area chair at the conclusion of every semester.
Enters grades online for each student for attendance verification, mid-semester notification and final grades.
Monitors NMC email for instructions and deadline dates.
Follows academic area’s established method for obtaining student evaluation feedback regarding instructor performance.
Treats all members of the College community with dignity and respect.