Instructor, Welding Technology

Description

• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
• updating and revising curriculum to maintain currency
• developing new courses as needed to support the instructional mission
• participating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriate
• developing, conducting and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning in outcomes courses and programs/general education as appropriate

• participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation
• participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

• maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions
• maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle)
• complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

• conducting recruiting activities
• providing academic advising
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• assisting students with the registration and graduation process
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

• collaboration with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules and support student success
• serving on department, division and college committees
• participating in GTCC institutional initiatives
• collaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCC
• supporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation)
• participating in extracurricular student activities/clubs
• attending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as required

• Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

• Maintain student records.
• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Diploma in Welding Technology from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution or the equivalent (e.g., journeyman apprentice) with the ability to attain an Associate’s Degree within 2 years of employment.
• Current American Welding Society ( AWS ) Certified Welding Inspector Certification or the qualifications/experience to attain it within one year of hire

• Associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution
• Current welding certifications in Gas Metal Arc Welding ( GMAW ), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding ( GTAW ) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding ( SMAW ) applied to plate and pipe

• 3 years of relevant industry experience as a welder
• Experience with Gas Metal Arc Welding ( GMAW ), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding ( GTAW ) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding ( SMAW ) applied to plate and pipe
• Experience with oxy fuel cutting and other thermal cutting processes
• Teaching experience or industry training experience

• More than 3 years of relevant industry experience as a welder
• Postsecondary teaching experience
• Experience with the operation of robotic welding equipment
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

• Reporting Requirements
• Anti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX
• Safety/Shooter on Campus
• Personal Information Protection Training ( PIP )
• Ethics and Social Responsibility
• eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching
• eLearning Level Two in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format