Faculty - Welding (Anderson)

Ivy Tech Community College•Anderson, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A full-time Welding Instructor will provide instruction within both a lab and classroom setting, assist academic administrators with curriculum development, student advising, and program enrollment, and provide institutional support and community service, while fully supporting the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives. Will instruct both traditional and dual enrolled students. This individual will partner with industry and K-12 school leaders to provide certifications for students.

Requirements

A qualified full-time faculty member meets the education component of the School of Technology discipline standard through one of three routes:
1. Possess all three of the below: An earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution in technology, engineering, engineering technology; or an earned baccalaureate or higher degree directly related to the program’s discipline And possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) And two years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR)
2. Possess all three of the below: An earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution And possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) And five years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR)
3. Possess all three of the below: An earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution directly related to the program’s discipline And possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) And three years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR).
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

Responsibilities

Full-time faculty are provided a 9-month academic contract with the option of an extended summer contract.
A full-time faculty assignment comprises a teaching load of 14-16 credit hours per semester, and eight posted office hours/week for student engagement and advising.
A full-time instructor must deliver classes in line with statewide curriculum guidelines offering certifications and/or learning outcomes that are embedded in some courses.
This position requires faculty to maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required by the chair and/or dean.
An ideal candidate will be able to manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices, and use our Learning Management System (IvyLearn-Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
Faculty are also required to provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees.
Faculty are expected to promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.
Participation in annual commencement ceremony is mandatory for all full-time faculty and staff.

Benefits

No waiting period to enroll in benefits.
Excellent benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, identity theft protection, accidental injury and illness, and more!
Employer contribution to retirement plan.
Paid time off: faculty release days, sick, volunteer, bereavement.
Paid holidays: Full time faculty have paid breaks concurrent with student breaks
Free tuition at any Ivy Tech location for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents.
Tuition reimbursement for educational pursuits outside of Ivy Tech
Professional Development opportunities.
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services