Instructor, Welding

Western Nevada College•Carson City, NV

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Academic Faculty Contract, 171-day, Benefits Eligible (Tenure Status Negotiable Upon Hire) This position will teach full time, in person, at a college or high school campus location. Duties and Responsibilities: Teach 15 equated load hours/semester (to include material and preparation time) Design standards-based instructional content and delivery systems including online instruction Develop and grade assignments, projects and exams and projects to evaluate student learning and progress Maintain accurate attendance rosters and submit student grades, as required Deliver courses at all program levels Ensure safe operation and usage of all program related equipment and supplies Maintain a minimum of 5 office hours/week/semester Participate in meetings, activities, and gatherings, as appropriate, that support student achievement, school operations, and/or faculty/industry collaboration Support student learning by incorporating pedagogical strategies that promote student engagement and success such as active learning, projects, and authentic, problem-based activities Assist, where needed, with promotion through open houses, school visits, tours, development of promotional material, social media, or other relevant activities Assist with student advising and registration, as needed Use a student-centered focus to engage in regular data collection and program review/assessment; identify and recommend opportunities for program improvement to maintain industry relevance Build and sustain relationships with current and potential external partners, to include accreditors/inspectors, industry and K-12 partners Lead, manage and/or participate in subject specific industry advisory committees Participate in strategic planning, goal setting, course and program assessment, and development of course outlines and learning objectives Collaborate with colleagues and serve on college and NSHE committees, as needed/assigned Maintain industry-standard knowledge and skill Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high-quality learning experience for students

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in Welding or professionally related area. A combination of education and experience may be substituted
American Welding Society certification in SMAW, GTAW, GMAW and FCAW, as well as demonstrated ability to operate seismic approved E71T-8 flux-core wire, or ability to obtain without one year of hire
Three years of welding experience to include welding fabrication and/or seismic zone welding
Ability to use industry-relevant technology
Knowledge and ability to use a computers, digital applications, software and internet
Effective communication skills with students, faculty and other community members
Knowledge of and ability to execute current teaching methods, vocational and academic curriculum, and education programs.
Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum and assessment using appropriate teaching methodologies
Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive and/or confidential issues
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
Effective teaching, facilitation and classroom management skills
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching, preferably in a community college setting
Knowledge and experience working with industry partners

Responsibilities

Teach 15 equated load hours/semester (to include material and preparation time)
Design standards-based instructional content and delivery systems including online instruction
Develop and grade assignments, projects and exams and projects to evaluate student learning and progress
Maintain accurate attendance rosters and submit student grades, as required
Deliver courses at all program levels
Ensure safe operation and usage of all program related equipment and supplies
Maintain a minimum of 5 office hours/week/semester
Participate in meetings, activities, and gatherings, as appropriate, that support student achievement, school operations, and/or faculty/industry collaboration
Support student learning by incorporating pedagogical strategies that promote student engagement and success such as active learning, projects, and authentic, problem-based activities
Assist, where needed, with promotion through open houses, school visits, tours, development of promotional material, social media, or other relevant activities
Assist with student advising and registration, as needed
Use a student-centered focus to engage in regular data collection and program review/assessment; identify and recommend opportunities for program improvement to maintain industry relevance
Build and sustain relationships with current and potential external partners, to include accreditors/inspectors, industry and K-12 partners
Lead, manage and/or participate in subject specific industry advisory committees
Participate in strategic planning, goal setting, course and program assessment, and development of course outlines and learning objectives
Collaborate with colleagues and serve on college and NSHE committees, as needed/assigned
Maintain industry-standard knowledge and skill
Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high-quality learning experience for students

Benefits

Voluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans)
Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Program
Health insurance options including dental and vision
Generous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays
The WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership
ComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and Staff
Discounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center which has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement System.
Voluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more
An academic faculty senate represents full-time, academic faculty
Free parking and plenty of it!
No State income tax!
WNC is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and their qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Qualified dependents of faculty can take unlimited credits per semester.