Industrial Education Instructor
This position is responsible for the instruction of welding and other industrial education classes at TVCC. Instruction will include classroom lecture, lab, and field trips; classes may be delivered on-ground or via the web.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have an Associate’s of Science or Associates of Applied Science degree in Welding or Industrial Education and 5 years’ experience either in industry or teaching; or is at journeyman level with 5 years welding experience. Must be able to instruct students in the fabrication of projects. Must be open to effective and appropriate uses of technology in the curriculum. Must be able to use computer technology to enhance instruction, including general knowledge of Auto-CAD.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant must possess at least an American Welding Society Certified Associate Welding Inspector certificate or be willing to obtain that certificate as a condition of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Welding, Industrial Education, or closely related field; AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certificate, Industry Experience and Teaching Experience. Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties may include but are not limited to:
- Provide classroom instruction in welding processes SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW; aluminum, pipe, stainless steel, and mild steel welding; fabrication; safety; blueprint reading; and layout.
- Able to work closely with industry to provide certification and training.
- Instruction will be performed in an area that can be uncomfortable due to drafts, noise and temperature variation. Work may also involve exposure to hazardous materials and/or with equipment where carelessness could result in an injury and/or death.
- Participate in and assist with organizing co-curricular activities such as welding club, FFA shop skills contest contests, and recruiting events.
- Create a positive learning environment for students using innovative, effective and diverse teaching methods to engage students in their own learning and enhance student success.
- Utilize classroom assessment techniques to improve instruction.
- Participate in the student advising and college wide efforts to improve student retention and success.
- Evaluate and document student progress; keep students apprised of progress.
- Participate in weekly departmental meetings, in-service training and activities, and other required training. Participate as a member of working committees dealing with instruction, student matters, and/or college-related concerns.
- Assist in curriculum and program development incorporating current educational theories, research, and outcomes assessment strategies. Select appropriate texts, software, and supplemental materials.
- Maintain office hours sufficient to meet the needs of students for consultation and advisement: Minimum five hours per week.
- Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural (including traditional, non-traditional and international students) and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Ability to teach night and weekend courses as needed.
- Quarterly General Education (ILO) assessments.
- Maintain and facilitate industry advisory board meetings, to assess program(s) and associated learning outcomes.
- Participate in professional development activities to improve teaching and learning, with an emphasis on improving achievement outcomes for historically underserved student populations.
- Other duties as assigned.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position is a full time, tenure-track, 10-month, Faculty bargaining unit position. Starting annual salary is $41,539 (new hire may be eligible for additional steps on the salary schedule according to prior work and education experience). Winter term classes start January 4th, 2021. Schedule may include late afternoons and/or evenings, instruction on-line, or in a “smart” classroom.
BENEFITS
Benefits include medical insurance for employee and eligible dependents, Oregon retirement plan, paid life insurance, 32 hours of annual personal leave and 8 hours per month of sick leave accrual.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A complete application file consists of the following:
- A letter of interest stating how you are qualified to perform the duties of the position
- A resume
- College transcripts, if any (copies are acceptable at this time)
- A minimum of two recent letters of recommendation.
- A TVCC application for employment. A pdf fillable application may be downloaded at www.tvcc.cc/hr/jobs.cfm
- If applicable, a completed DD Form 214 in order to establish veteran preference per OAR 839-006-0445 and OAR 839-006-0450(3)
APPLICATION SUBMISSION: All application materials should be submitted or mailed to: Human Resources, Treasure Valley Community College, 650 College Boulevard, Ontario, OR 97914.