Position: Welding Instructor

Location:  Pasadena, Texas, United States, 77501

Required Qualifications:

Associate's degree in teaching field or related field required. Minimum of three (3) years of full-time work experience in the welding field, exclusive of teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:
Extensive knowledge in welding and welding related theories and technologies applicable to industry standards. Ability to pass welding test in the 6G position using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes.   Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher preferred. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.   Responsibilities 1. Teaching

Responsibilities:

1. Keeps up with developments in the field of study.
   b. Demonstrates high standards-academic and professional.
   c. Evaluates student work constructively and provides timely feedback
   d. Teaches at times and locations that meet student needs.
   e. Provides access to students through posted conference hours, electronic communications, and other appropriate methods and responds to inquiries in a timely manner.
   f. Reviews, evaluates, and recommends student learning materials.
   g. Develops and uses a syllabus and course information materials for each course, laboratory, or clinical setting within state, college, and departmental guideline
   
   2. Professional Development
   a. Maintains high standards of competence in the discipline(s) teaching methodologies through professional development activities.
   b. Plans, develops, and uses effective teaching methods and materials which assist students in meeting course objectives, are appropriate for students with diverse educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles, and engage the students in learning.
   c. Reviews, evaluates, reflects, and revises program curricula and teaching methods through a self-evaluation process of self reflection.
   d. Meets or exceeds professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, requirements of business/industry, and higher education, as appropriate to the discipline(s).
   
   3. Service
   a. Actively participates in college meetings and/or committees, task forces, and councils.
   b. Participates in college-related activities such as registration, community education, recruitment of students, student retention, and faculty selection.
   c. Participates in college activities for students/student organizations to aid in retention.
   d. Participates in business and community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission and values of the college.
   e. Participates in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.
   f. Participates in setting departmental goals, in developing college budgets that support the goals, and in planning for achieving those goals.
   g. Promotes and maintains departmental affiliation agreements and other partnerships with other institutions.
   
   ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
   
   Instruct day, evening and weekend credit and continuing and professional development classes as assigned by the college. Assignment will include assisting in maintaining welding labs: inventory control, and ordering supplies; maintain scheduled class and office hours; recruitment of students; prepare and administer advanced standing examinations; maintain neat and accurate class and attendance records; perform routine maintenance on equipment; provide necessary assistance and input in completing departmental forms and schedules; project a positive image and promote the interests of the college at all times. Work under the supervision of the welding department Chairman and Dean of Technical Education. Perform other duties as assigned.   Special Instructions to Applicants We are passionate about students, learning, and outcomes. As such, we are looking for individuals who share our enthusiasm and commitment. Please provide a 1-2 page overview and share your perspective on student success with us.
   
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Special Instructions to Applicants:
Transcripts must be attached to the application, even if the applicant is a current or former employee of the college. If you are unable to attach transcripts to the application or encounter other difficulties with the on-line application, please contact Human Resources (281-998-6115) or mail to the following address:

San Jacinto College District
Human Resources
4624 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena TX 77504  

Salary based on 2010-2011 Board approved salary schedule for instructional personnel.  

Work Hours:

 Nine (9) month position
Class and office hours
Thirty-five (35) hours per week
Portion of teaching assignment may be evening classes.