Introduction to Welding Instructor

Job Title:  Introduction to Welding Instructor

Wage/Hour Status:  Exempt

Pay Group:  V0-20 (Based on Experience) Salary Plan

Windham School District is currently seeking an Introduction to Welding instructor to join the Windham Career and Technology Education (CTE) team.  The instructor will provide quality training in the technical and soft skills needed to gain entry level employment. 

Primary purpose: Instruction will include training in Basic Safety, identification and safe use of a variety of hand tools and power tools, base metal preparation, equipment set up, cutting and gouging metal, shielded arc welding and beads and fillet welds.     Additional focus will be on classroom and lab instruction in various construction trades with the objective to identify areas of interest or to support a specific program offered in our district.  NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) curriculum and modules will be used to guide instruction. Upon completing of course, students should receive NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) Level 1 Welding.

Qualifications

Education/Certification/Experience:

A high school diploma or equivalent. 

Five years of full time wage earning experience within the past ten years in one or more approved occupations for which instruction is offered.

Bachelor’s degree, Associates degree, or technical training may be considered in determining full time work experience.

Have 3 years of Welding level experience.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures. 

Skill in organizing and maintaining accurate records.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provides instruction for various basic labor and/or technical skills through classroom instruction, demonstration and practical exercises using NCCER curriculum. (NCCER training will be provided by WSD)
• Instruction in general safety and industry standards
• Maintains records including testing, daily offender work, attendance and general record keeping.
• Administers, scores, and interprets examinations and proficiency indicators.
• Counsels students concerning their performance and progress
• Will be responsible for developing and maintaining classroom management to include tool control, tool inventory, and chemical control.
• Adhere to WSD and TDCJ policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Policy, Reports, and Law:

• Maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information received in the performance of the job duties.

• Perform duties in a professional manner through daily, punctual attendance at location of work assignment.

• Follow Windham School District policies and procedures in completing assigned job duties.

• Execute duties in a professional, ethical and responsible manner as defined in 19 TAC Chapter 247, Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  Supervise adult incarcerated students in classroom settings. May also supervise teacher aides. 

Working Conditions

Additional Requirements With or Without Reasonable Accommodation

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate (verbal and written), ability to instruct, ability to speak, ability to reason, ability to compile data, ability to interpret policy, ability to interpret procedures and data, ability to concentrate, ability to memorize, ability to alphabetize, ability to understand verbal and written instructions, ability to organize, ability to analyze, ability to maintain emotional control, ability to maintain confidentiality, ability to work with frequent interruptions.

Physical Demands:

Ability to perform full duties of position, lift up to 30 pounds, walking, sitting, standing, climbing stairs and ramps, kneeling, stooping, reaching, hearing (with aid), visual acuity, speaking, travel by car, van, or airplane, driving of car/van, distinguishing colors, occasional prolonged and irregular work hours.

Environmental Demands: 

Work inside and outside, noise, radiant/electrical energy, work alone, work with others, around machines with moving parts and objects, possible exposure to microwaves in use, exposure to hot and cold temperatures, exposure to dust and cleaning chemicals.

**The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.