Welding - Instructor (Trade Experience)

Job Description

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students. Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences. Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
• Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.
• Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.
• Perform student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information.
• Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.
• Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.

Qualifications

• Verifiable industrial work experience in the welding and fabrication industry.
• Must be knowledgeable and proficient in all welding disciplines (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and SAW on plate and pipe as well as knowledge in Plasma and Oxy-Acetylene cutting procedures).
• Successful completion of supervised Weld Test on site.
• Must be proficient at blueprint reading and pipefitting theory and its application.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, semester retention bonuses, and full state benefits available!
• Salary range with a mid-point of $78,661 and room to grow!
• Additional earnings include semester retention bonuses of 2k per semester (potential 6k per year) and full state benefits.

Pay

Average salary range with a mid-point of $78,661 and room to grow!

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of both the instructor and the students.

Skills

• Teaching & Learning
• Mentorship & Coaching
• Assessment & Feedback
• Technology Integration

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
• State of Texas employee discounts

Teamwork & Service

• Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts.
• Maintains flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.