What are the responsibilities and job description for the WFD Welding Instructor-12 month Havelock Campus position at Craven Community College?
JOB
The primary role of a Workforce Development Welding Instructor is to focus on academic excellence, student success, and encourage lifelong learning. This is accomplished through working collaboratively with College stakeholders to support the mission of the College. Instructors ensure the quality and integrity of the College’s academic programs through teaching, student learning and professional development.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Implements a comprehensive curriculum for welding courses according to the standards of National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)Conducts theory and practical welding classesAssesses and evaluates students' welding skills and knowledgeEnsures all students adhere to safety protocols and proceduresProvides hands-on training in various welding techniques and processesMaintains and supervises the use of welding equipment and toolsStays updated with the latest advancements in welding technology and practices provided by NCCERDemonstrates and uses technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience Modifies, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needsPrepares students for welding certification examsOffers individualized guidance and support to students as neededOrganizes and supervises lab sessions and practical projectsCollaborates with industry professionals to support possible employment opportunities for those students’ completing coursesFacilitates workshops and additional training sessions as requiredCreates student NCCER accounts, profiles, documents and tracks students' progress and performance according to NCCER guidelinesCommunicates with the NCCER coordinator as neededEnsures a clean and organized instructional environmentParticipates in departmental meetings and professional development opportunitiesWorks with other Workforce Development welding instructors to maintain classroom and lab continuityParticipates in appropriate committees and task forces as assignedProvides excellent customer service and assistance to internal and external customers through walk-in, telephone, and emailPerforms other job-related duties and projects as assigned in support of the College’s mission, core values and goals
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KnowledgeFamiliarity with various welding certifications and standardsProficiency in a range of welding techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick)Strong understanding of welding theory and principlesAdult learning theory, concepts and teaching methodologiesCurriculum design and developmentLearning-centered values and student success initiativesDemonstrated understanding of advising and competency-based learningCollege educational philosophy, management and administrative practices and proceduresKnowledge of, ability to develop, and commitment to use emerging technologies and alternative delivery methods appropriately, including online delivery, hybrid course options, content software, web-enhancements, etc.SkillsProficiency in using advanced welding equipment and technologiesDesign learning opportunities that promote student life skills development while enhancing discipline learningDevelop and implement diverse teaching and learning strategies that accommodate the learning styles of students and that promote both acquisition and applications of knowledge and understanding Use consistent, timely formative and summative assessment measures to enhance learning Design learning opportunities that acknowledge, draw upon and are enriched by student diversity in the learning environment Proficient use of personal computers and general office softwareExcellent problem-solving skillsGood organizational skillsPatience and dedication to student successAbilitiesAbility to read and interpret welding blueprints and specificationsCommitment to safety and best practicesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCommitment to stay current and continually improve knowledge and understanding of the discipline Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of workEffectively communicate interpersonally (in group and one-on-one settings), verbally, and in writingHandle confidential information with absolute discretionDemonstrated ability to work effectively with culturally diverse student population, including those with different levels of academic preparation and varying physical and learning abilities and socioeconomic levels
The primary role of a Workforce Development Welding Instructor is to focus on academic excellence, student success, and encourage lifelong learning. This is accomplished through working collaboratively with College stakeholders to support the mission of the College. Instructors ensure the quality and integrity of the College’s academic programs through teaching, student learning and professional development.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Implements a comprehensive curriculum for welding courses according to the standards of National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)Conducts theory and practical welding classesAssesses and evaluates students' welding skills and knowledgeEnsures all students adhere to safety protocols and proceduresProvides hands-on training in various welding techniques and processesMaintains and supervises the use of welding equipment and toolsStays updated with the latest advancements in welding technology and practices provided by NCCERDemonstrates and uses technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience Modifies, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needsPrepares students for welding certification examsOffers individualized guidance and support to students as neededOrganizes and supervises lab sessions and practical projectsCollaborates with industry professionals to support possible employment opportunities for those students’ completing coursesFacilitates workshops and additional training sessions as requiredCreates student NCCER accounts, profiles, documents and tracks students' progress and performance according to NCCER guidelinesCommunicates with the NCCER coordinator as neededEnsures a clean and organized instructional environmentParticipates in departmental meetings and professional development opportunitiesWorks with other Workforce Development welding instructors to maintain classroom and lab continuityParticipates in appropriate committees and task forces as assignedProvides excellent customer service and assistance to internal and external customers through walk-in, telephone, and emailPerforms other job-related duties and projects as assigned in support of the College’s mission, core values and goals
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KnowledgeFamiliarity with various welding certifications and standardsProficiency in a range of welding techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick)Strong understanding of welding theory and principlesAdult learning theory, concepts and teaching methodologiesCurriculum design and developmentLearning-centered values and student success initiativesDemonstrated understanding of advising and competency-based learningCollege educational philosophy, management and administrative practices and proceduresKnowledge of, ability to develop, and commitment to use emerging technologies and alternative delivery methods appropriately, including online delivery, hybrid course options, content software, web-enhancements, etc.SkillsProficiency in using advanced welding equipment and technologiesDesign learning opportunities that promote student life skills development while enhancing discipline learningDevelop and implement diverse teaching and learning strategies that accommodate the learning styles of students and that promote both acquisition and applications of knowledge and understanding Use consistent, timely formative and summative assessment measures to enhance learning Design learning opportunities that acknowledge, draw upon and are enriched by student diversity in the learning environment Proficient use of personal computers and general office softwareExcellent problem-solving skillsGood organizational skillsPatience and dedication to student successAbilitiesAbility to read and interpret welding blueprints and specificationsCommitment to safety and best practicesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCommitment to stay current and continually improve knowledge and understanding of the discipline Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of workEffectively communicate interpersonally (in group and one-on-one settings), verbally, and in writingHandle confidential information with absolute discretionDemonstrated ability to work effectively with culturally diverse student population, including those with different levels of academic preparation and varying physical and learning abilities and socioeconomic levels
