Instructor Welding

Louisiana Community and Technical College System • St. Gabriel, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Full-time faculty members are responsible for teaching courses as assigned, student advising, college service, professional development and promotion of a collegial atmosphere. Faculty are expected to support the institution’s mission and vision and abide by the Faculty Handbook and college-wide policies. Faculty report directly to the department chair within their respective departments and divisions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Field(s) of Study: Welding
• Certifications/Licenses Required: American Welding Society (AWS) or Other Relevant Welding Certification(s)
• Five (5) years of experience.
• Written and oral communication skills presenting ideas effectively to individuals/groups.
• Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization interacting in a way that inspires trust, confidence, and integrity.
• Interpersonal skills to handle any student concerns
• Organizational skills
• Working knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to convey knowledge and skills to students conveying ideas and facts concisely and accurately.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in welding or related field
• Relevant Welding Certification(s) or American Welding Society (AWS)
• Applicants must possess at least 5 years of welding experience as well as industry-based certifications.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• The preferred applicant may possess an associate degree in any field or be committed to an educational program of study leading to an Associate Degree or higher.
• Dynamic reading skills and speaking voice required.
• Must be able to generate class materials, reports and master the operation and skills required to maximize the productivity through best practices and planning.
• Must have excellent leadership, communication, critical thinking, teamwork skills, and be willing to think outside of the box.
• Must have an equivalent combination of education, training and on the job experiences to provide students with the knowledge and skills to become successful technicians.
• Higher Education teaching experience
• Provide subject matter expertise and counsel

Responsibilities

• Provide learning experiences in accordance with students’ needs and abilities
• Use learning resources to help students learn
• Assess student learning in accordance with college policy
• Provide each student with a course syllabus and schedule
• Maintain a minimum of 10 office hours per week
• Meet all scheduled classes within the appropriate timeframe
• Advise students and assist with registration, orientation, and recruitment as needed
• Follow the approved master course syllabi
• Maintain accurate grade and attendance records
• Submit syllabi, office hours, grades, attendance, electronic time sheets, and other reports by established deadlines
• Assure that all Industry Based Certification (IBC) and accreditation requirements are maintained
• Maintain current AWS and/or NCCER certifications
• Notify dean/department chair of absence with course substitution plan in a timely manner.
• Attend all departmental, division, and general faculty meetings
• Attend convocations and participate in graduation exercise (attired in appropriate academic regalia)
• Adhere to professional standards of conduct
• Participate in the faculty evaluation process
• Contribute to the college and your discipline by collaborating with others and offering your service to the college
• Represent BRCC and actively engage the community’s business and industry
• Engage in continual professional development activities as it relates to pedagogy, assessment, and faculty area of expertise
• Other Duties as Assigned

Benefits

• retirement
• multiple medical insurance options
• supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses)
• holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED