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Career Opportunity Number 23-088Career Opportunity Number 23-088Position Title: Welding InstructorLocation Penn Valley - Advance Technical Skills InstitutePosition Type: Full-TimeClass Category FacultyJob Open Date 08/08/2023Job Close Date Open Until Filled YesInitial Screen Date: Minimal Qualifications: 5 years of experience in an occupational function that has a direct relationship to weldments in production, construction, inspection or repair; ANDAssociates degree in a qualifying field (welding, welding technology, welding engineering, welding Engineering technology) that provides a foundation in the subject matter being taught; ORFormal training (such as apprenticeship that provides a foundation in the subject matter being taught); ORJourneyman card in a similar field of study (i.e., Boilermaker),

Note: At least 10 years or more of welding industry experience in production, construction, inspection, or repair may qualify an instructor to teach introductory welding courses.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The following are preferred qualifications:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

• Experience working in the industry

• ·Curriculum development with welding content

• Familiar with AWS and AP1104 code books.

• Two years of teaching experience as lead instructor.

• Teaching experience in a community college and demonstrated interest in and passion for teaching community college students.

• Familiarity with federal/state safety regulations that impact welding laboratories.

• Familiarity and willingness to employ current pedagogical, instructional, and assessment methods in teaching college students.

• Demonstrated experience with utilizing a variety of classroom technologies, both inside and outside the classroom.

• Experience working with students from a diverse background.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

 

Work Hours Normally scheduled Monday through Friday; may be required to work different shifts to include evenings and/or weekends. Schedule subject to change based upon department needs.

Compensation Salary is commensurate with education and experience.Special Instructions to Applicants PLEASE

 

NOTE:
An MCC application must be accompanied by the following:

A cover letter which indicates the position of interest and addresses the following:

• The highlights of your education and experience which specifically prepare you for this position.
• - The mission of the community college, and how you would contribute to the mission.
• - Any training or teaching experience in your field.
• - How you would assess student learning.

A resume to include three professional references with name, address, and phone number.

Official or student copies of transcripts will be required at time of application. If selected for an interview, official transcripts will be required. If a transcript is not applicable to you, you can download apprenticeship information, journeyman’s card, certificates, or license in the transcript section of the application.
Interviews will be conducted by a screening committee.

We offer all full-time employees medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, as well as retirement, 403b, employee assistance, and flexible spending and health savings account. We can’t wait to show you why Metropolitan Community College is a great place to work!POSITION DESCRIPTIONBrief

 

Description of Duties:

• Courses will include: Welding Layout & Fabrication, Industrial Rigging, Welding I, Welding II, TIG Welding, MIG Welding, Flux Core Arc Welding, Thermal Cutting Processes, Print Reading & Weld Symbols, Welding Industry Fundamentals.

• Maintain knowledge of OSHA regulations regarding Welding.

• Advise students in this field for assessment, credentials and transfer to a four-year university.

• Develop, assess and revise Welding curriculum for diverse learners

• Deliver effective instruction – Provide quality instruction, which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college-approved curriculum and resources.

• Assess student learning – Demonstrate reflective practice, including assessment of student learning. This includes ongoing formative assessments, as well as official departmental assessments.

• Manage classes and learning environments – Foster a positive classroom-learning environment by presenting information in a way that is inclusive to all learners, including the assurance of section 508 accessibility.

• Promote continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning.

• Support learning through student engagement – Incorporate pedagogical strategies such as active learning, authentic and problem-based activities, and other successful teaching strategies into classroom instruction.

• Provide student guidance – Help students develop academic habits for college success.

• Pursue professional development – Stay current in academic field.

• Actively participate collegially in department, campus, cross-college, discipline-specific, district, and community service activities.

• Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high-quality learning experience for students, including participating in commencement, attending college functions, etc.

Special Requirements:

Demonstrated ability to teach Welding Layout & Fabrication, Industrial Rigging, Welding I, Welding II, TIG Welding, MIG Welding, Flux Core Arc Welding, Thermal Cutting Processes, Print Reading & Weld Symbols, Welding Industry Fundamentals.

Specific Experience Required: Blue print reading, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SMAW, Oxy fuel, plasma.Preferred Areas of Expertise: Fabrication, pipe fitting, pipe welding, IG-4G welding, oxy fuel torch cutting, field welding.

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