Welding Faculty

Tennessee Board of Regents•Blountville, TN

10d•$42,856 - $66,974

About The Position

The Instructor of Welding reports to the Dean of Technologies and teaches a full range of college-level Welding classes. Teaching may take place at off-campus sites, high schools through dual enrollment or Middle College, or online as assigned. The instructor develops and teaches traditional, online, and hybrid courses as needed; orders equipment; assists with departmental recruiting and advising; and performs duties associated with community college faculty. The position includes instructional, curriculum, and administrative responsibilities. The instructor teaches an average of 15 equated hours per semester, devotes a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution, maintains office hours, and generates a minimum of 300 student credit hours per semester. The role includes teaching day or evening classes and, as required, evening, weekend, off-campus, dual enrollment, and distance-based courses. The faculty member supports student progress and departmental goals through course and curriculum development, academic advising, assessment, collaboration with college personnel and external constituents, equipment and budget-related tasks, faculty development, committee service, and other assigned duties. The position is classified as Faculty (9-Month). Salary depends on attained degree and experience: $42,856–$53,569 for an associate degree; $44,998–$56,248 for a bachelor’s degree; $47,249–$59,060 for a master’s degree; and $53,580–$66,974 for a PhD. Relocation assistance and H1B visa sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding or a related field, or a Welding Certification and the ability to obtain an associate degree within three years of the hire date.
Three years of industry experience in Welding or Metal Fabrication.
Two years of combined teaching or practical instruction experience in Welding.
Ability to work with student populations representing a wide range of academic abilities.
Technology skills including the MS Office suite, videoconferencing software, digital records management systems, general operating systems, and data information systems.

Nice To Haves

Five years of industry experience in Welding.
Five years of combined teaching or practical instruction experience in Welding or Metal Fabrication.
Experience with curriculum and/or course development.
Teaching experience with technology, including online instructional tools and mobile devices.
Conversational ability or fluency in a second language.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned college-level Welding courses on campus, online, in hybrid or web-enhanced formats, and at off-campus or high-school locations as assigned.
Teach evening, weekend, dual enrollment, and distance-based courses as required.
Develop, evaluate, and review departmental courses and curriculum; recommend new or modified courses and programs when appropriate.
Complete attendance, grade submissions, performance reviews, records, syllabi, examinations, and other required reports and assignments.
Teach an average of 15 equated hours per semester and generate a minimum of 300 student credit hours per semester.
Devote a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution and maintain office hours as determined by college officials.
Assist the dean with the departmental class schedule and recommend course textbooks in collaboration with department staff.
Supervise laboratories and other instructional activities; administer examinations and evaluate student performance and understanding.
Participate in faculty development and peer, student, and self-evaluations of instruction.
Advise students on departmental matters and assist the Advising Resource Center.
Promote communication with transfer institutions, professional associations, and other external constituents to support student success.
Monitor progress toward individual and unit goals and interact effectively with stakeholders.
Assist with annual budget requests, purchase requisitions, professional travel requests, grant and project proposals, and equipment oversight.
Recommend custodial care and maintenance needs for facilities supporting instruction and study.
Attend divisional faculty meetings and officially called assemblies; participate in academic discussions and serve on committees as appointed.
Collaborate with library personnel on instructional resource materials and cooperate with other college areas to support effective educational programs.
Assist with marketing and recruiting activities and communicate and work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and students.
Perform other assigned duties and agreed-upon activities supporting institutional or divisional goals.