Welding Adjunct Instructor

LED FastStart • Thibodaux, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Fletcher Technical Community College is seeking a part-time Welding Adjunct Instructor to teach credit and/or non-credit welding courses. The instructor will focus on proven, student-centered methods, emphasizing technique, blueprint reading, and code-level quality in various welding processes (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW). Responsibilities include instructing and enforcing safe equipment use, maintaining shop equipment, developing syllabi, assessing weld quality, preparing students for industry tests like AWS, mentoring students, maintaining records, and participating in professional development. The role requires fostering an inclusive learning environment and being available to students via phone/email.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 36+ months of hands-on work experience in welding/fabrication.
• Knowledgeable in multiple welding processes and able to teach a variety of welding courses.
• Strong instructional techniques, organization, and a student-centered attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; basic computer proficiency (LMS, email, Office).
• NCCER Core or OSHA certification preferred, or obtained within the first 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• College- or high school-level teaching experience.
• Experience preparing students for AWS or other industry certifications.

Responsibilities

• Teach credit and/or non-credit welding courses using proven, student-centered methods (SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW) with emphasis on technique, blueprint reading, and code-level quality.
• Instruct and enforce safe use of welding equipment, PPE, and shop procedures; maintain equipment in operational condition and ensure a clean, organized lab.
• Develop and post syllabi aligned to master syllabi; deliver clear attendance, grading, and assessment policies; provide timely feedback to support student success.
• Inspect and assess weld quality and strength; complete related inspection documentation; prepare students for industry tests (e.g., AWS).
• Mentor and advise students on course progress, retention, certifications, and job pathways; refer at-risk students to counseling/advising.
• Maintain accurate attendance, progress, and grade records; meet college timelines for rosters, non-attendance reports, and student communications.
• Participate in professional development and represent the college professionally; collaborate with department colleagues to advance program goals.
• Be available to students via phone/email within division response-time windows; foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED