Instructor/Instructor Sr., Welding and Fabrication

Position Summary

Provide instruction to students in the Welding and Fabrication programs.

Essential Duties

• Deliver career-oriented instruction to enhance student welding and fabrication skills.
• Provide outreach to high school instructors and students.
• Use effective lesson planning and teaching strategies for high-quality instruction.
• Maintain instructional records as required.
• Collaborate on curriculum development, including the use of multimedia for online and blended learning.
• Participate in student/program assessments, meetings, and college initiatives.
• Stay current with industry practices and trends.
• Attend professional development workshops and trainings.
• Support a collaborative, innovative learning environment for faculty and students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in the welding or fabrication occupation, OR
• An equivalent combination of postsecondary education and industry experience in the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a career/technical discipline
• Bachelor’s degree
• Professional certifications in Welding, Fabrication, or Inspection
• Teaching experience in higher education or secondary settings

Education

• Maintain professional ethics and student confidentiality.
• Serve on college committees and engage in community-related activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Trades and Industrial Arts.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to teach effectively using multiple instructional methods
• Understanding of college policies and procedures
• Willingness to represent FVCC positively within the community
• Strong communication, technology, and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work non-traditional hours (evenings/weekends as needed)
• Confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability
• Capability to lift or move objects (20–50 lbs occasionally) per Medium Duty standards