Welding Instructor

Welding Instructor

Employer

Catawba Valley Community College
2550 Highway 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602
Phone: 828-327-7000

Job Location

This posting is for two separate postions. One is in Hickory, NC; one is in Taylorsville NC.

Salary/Grade

Minimum base Salary $4,235 per month

Benefits

Full benefits; see posting for details

Job Category

  • Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: Thursday, June 20, 2019
Closes: Sunday, July 7, 2019

Target Start Date

Thursday, August 1, 2019

Expected Work Hours

Hours Vary; Typically M-F

Employment Type

Full-time, 9 month

Minimum Qualifications

Alexander Position:
Minimum 3 years of work experience in the welding industry with a background in fabrication. 

Hickory Position: 
Minimum of 3 years work experience in the welding industry required. Some experience working with and programming welding robots preferred. 
 
Other Requirements: Must be able to pass Catawba County and Alexander Schools background check, have valid driver's license (or ability to travel locally between locations on daily basis), and willing to teach morning and evening courses at different facilities in Catawba and Alexander Counties.
 
Knowledge of:

  • Principles and procedures of academic and institutional program development in relevant field
  • Current trends, research, developments, and resources in relevant field
  • Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as they relate to students and teaching

Ability to:

  • Create effective instruction for delivery both online and in the classroom while maintaining compliance with ADA standards.
  • Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Work effectively in diverse teams, both within assigned department and cross-functionally across the college
  • Interpret and apply college goals, policies, and procedures
  • Maintain any relevant equipment and supplies related to instruction
  • Lift a minimum of 50 lbs and stand for extended amounts of time.

Preferred Qualifications

See minimums.

Position Description

Provide effective instruction to students online and/or in the classroom by preparing for each learning experience, providing supplemental materials to enhance textbooks and lessons, using effective evaluation methods to evaluate student performance.
 
Support student learning outside of the classroom by holding regular office hours, providing information about additional resources outside of class, and responding to emails and phone calls in a timely manner so as to promote student success.
 
Support curriculum development by participating in the creation and evaluation of courses, curriculum, and programs, participating in program advisory committees, attending departmental meetings, and serving as backup for other faculty members.
 
Promote the success of the college by participating in standing and/or ad hoc committees and following college professional and ethical guidelines.
 
Maintain teaching and work environment by maintaining equipment and supplies, ensuring overall cleanliness, functionality, and conformance to OSHA standards to provide a safe work environment.
 
Stay current in chosen field and teaching methodology by meeting or exceeding all institutional professional development guidelines, participating in professional development workshops and seminars, and participating in professional organizations and reading journals in the teaching and field of welding.
 
Maintain accurate records such as attendance, grades, information for accreditation, and other important data and submit reports according to college policies.
 

How to Apply

Please visit our jobs page to apply.

Job Post Contact

Roger Irvin
Human Resources Director
Catawba Valley Community College
2550 Highway 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602-8302
Phone:  (828) 327-7000 Ext. 4277
Fax:  (828) 624-5246
Email:  rirvin@cvcc.edu