PT Faculty - Welding Instructor

Description

Position Title: Welding Instructor 

Department/Unit: Academic Affairs

Classification: PT Faculty

Status (exempt/non-exempt): Exempt  

Reports to: Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

Percentage: Part time

Annual/Academic year: Academic Year

Salary: Dependent upon credentials and experience  

Academic Year Details

Fall Term Begins: September 16, 2024                                                Fall Term Ends: December 7, 2024

Winter Term Begins: January 6, 2025                                                 Winter Term Ends: March 15, 2025

Spring Term Begins: March 31, 2025                                                  Spring Term Ends: June 14, 2025               

• These courses will be offered Face to Face for 2024-25 Academic Year
• Oregon residency is required for employment
• We are committed to hiring faculty with a student-centered approach to teaching.  

Application materials

• A cover letter and resume are required for this position. 
• Copy of certifications

This position will remain open until filled, with reviews occurring as applications are received.

Course detail

WLD 111 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding (E7024) and Oxy-acetylene Cutting

WLD 112 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding: Mild Steel I (E7018)

WLD 113 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding: Mild Steel II (E7018)

*This position may have different locations of where classes will be held. Locations include the Port of Toledo and Taft Highschool.

Note: This position has additional non-teaching duties to be performed outside the classes listed above.

FACULTY COMMITMENTS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS:

1. Creating an inclusive classroom environment that is sensitive to and respectful of student diversity.
2. An interest in teaching across the curriculum and interdisciplinary collaboration.
3. Giving students access to learning where and when it supports their success (days, evenings, weekends; at all of our locations; as well as on-line).
4. A passion for pedagogy and commitment to continuous improvement.
5. Excitement about technology; already savvy or excited to learn.
6. Collaborative engagement outside of the classroom to improve institutional outcomes for our students and staff.
7. An entrepreneurial mindset and propensity to see what is possible.
8. Faculty ownership and leadership in the classroom, discipline, and College.
9. Collegiality and respect for everyone.
10. Excited about and committed to advancing OCCCs future: student success, ongoing accreditation, growth in access and programs, and a great place to work.

TYPICAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching and Student Success: Instruct students using approved course outcome guides and accurate syllabi. Prepare instructional materials as needed. Meet all assigned classes. Apply the college’s values for teaching and learning. Facilitate learning that applies to students’ academic and career goals. Meet the curricular needs of students at various learning levels. Encourage mutual responsibility for a supportive learning environment. Provide effective teaching strategies in an environment that encourages student and instructor interaction. Actively engage students in the learning process. Encourage creative and critical thinking. Evaluate and grade student progress. Maintain accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and scholastic progress.

Welding Provide instruction on a wide variety of welding and cutting processes in accordance with industry standards and department practices. Assist in the basic maintenance and repair of welding program equipment. Demonstrate continuous commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Assist in developing quality relationships with business, industry, and community members.

Professional Responsibilities: Work collaboratively with colleagues and community partners. Invited to participate in institutional work (such as accreditation and shared governance) to advance the College mission. Invited to attend and participate in meetings that are regional and state, college-wide, department, and program level. Engage in a reasonable amount of student contact outside of instruction to, respond to questions and to resolve course-related problems. Undertake activities that promote and s