This position is responsible for providing effective instruction for assigned courses and coordinating all instructional and academic activities within the Welding Program as the first-line manager assisting the Department Head and Division Dean.

Responsibilities and Duties (*Essential Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

*Manages program personnel, budget, supplies, equipment, and facilities of program

*Analyzes, evaluates, revises, and maintains an educational program consistent with current program technology and industry standards, safety practices, division procedures, and college policies

*Develops, maintains, and supervises long-range Institutional Effectiveness assessment plans that may include planning, developing, implementing, and reporting the program mission, goals, student learning outcomes and overall program outcomes

*Conveys verbal and written communications from the division management team to program personnel and keeps division management team informed of program operations 

*Creates semester program schedules, assign courses for full-time and adjunct instructors

*Evaluate performance measures of program personnel

*Qualifies and evaluates faculty credentials 

*Participates in the resolution of faculty and student issues

Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner

Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance

Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour

Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment

Grades and returns students work within two weeks of due date

Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course

Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course

Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction

Maintains regular office hours and advising hours

Remains up-to-date on technology and methods of teaching with technology

Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching

Serves on college or department committees as needed

Makes and maintains contacts with other professionals in related fields at the secondary, university, and the two-year college level

Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus

Serves as academic advisor to BEST students

Participates in graduation exercises

Performs professional development as described per college policy

Responsible for maintaining lab and classroom equipment and reporting concerns and issues to the division management teams

Submits Eagle Assists where appropriate

Responsible for maintaining suitable levels of instructional supplies and notifies division management team to order replenishment of supplies

Maintains college policies and procedures

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning

Be innovative, creative, motivated

Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work well with others

Able to maintain records accurately and consistently meet deadlines 

Good organizational skills

Knowledge of and familiar with technology and software including, computers and web-based resources such as Blackboard

Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential

Minimum Requirements: 
 
Associate's degree in Applied Science degree in Welding Technology or related field in metal work or fabrication

Five years of experience in welding industry
 
Two years of leadership 
 
Two years instructional experience
 
Preferences:
 
Current AWS D1.1 or ASME Section IX endorsements

Current AWS CWI (Certified Welding Instructor) or CWE (Certified Welder Educator)
 
Seven years of experience in welding industry 
 
Three years of leadership