Welding Technology Faculty (Full-Time)

Howard Community College•Columbia, MD

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About The Position

Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020. Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here! SALARY LISTED IS ONLY THE MINIMUM STARTING POINT. ACTUAL SALARY FOR THE POSITION IS NEGOTIABLE. The Business, Engineering and Technology division seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered 10-month full-time faculty member to teach in the Welding Technology Department. The candidate of choice may be asked to teach some or all of the courses in the Welding program. The ideal candidate should be solutions-oriented, have a passion for teaching, a growth mindset, and a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. The teaching load is 15 credits per semester. Release time may be available for course coordination. In addition, faculty are expected to maintain at least five (5) office hours per week (as described in the Faculty Handbook) while class is in session and accept other responsibilities as assigned by the leadership.

Requirements

A high school diploma plus a minimum of 15 years of work experience in the welding field.
Must possess a Certified Welding Education (CWE) or Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
Demonstrated experience using a range of teaching and learning methods/pedagogies
Demonstrated success in creating inclusive learning environments of belonging
Evidence of outstanding interpersonal skills, including ability to engage with, teach, and learn from a diverse range of students, faculty, and staff
Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and flexibly, and to take ownership and accountability in work
Proficient in Microsoft Office; demonstrated ease with technology
Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication

Nice To Haves

AAS degree or higher in Welding Technology plus 10 years of work experience in the welding technology field and AWS Certification.
Advising Student chapters of related disciplines, and supervising student clubs/competitions
2 years of direct teaching experience in Welding Technology

Responsibilities

Teach courses in the subjects described above
Faculty may be asked to teach day or evening courses across modalities (hybrid, face-to-face, online, etc.) and in accelerated (7-weeks); 10-week and 15-week course formats
Coordinate courses, participate in enrollment management, support and coach adjunct faculty
Prepare syllabi and Canvas sites
Develop and update course materials
Participate in program management and learning outcome assessment initiatives
Work collaboratively with faculty, and other course coordinators and staff to implement departmental programs
Provide service to the department, division, and college
Attend and actively participate in meetings; keep informed
Respond promptly to requests for information and assistance from students and college administrators
Participate in commencement ceremonies and other significant institutional events
Pursue teaching improvement and professional development
Work cooperatively, respectfully, and effectively with peers, support staff, and administrators; use appropriate communication channels

Benefits

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs.
As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only.
Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension.
Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

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