Welding Instructor

Metropolitan Community College
life insurance, 403(b)
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
3217 Broadway Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 16, 2024
Position Type: Full-Time Class Category Faculty Job Open Date 08/08/2023 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Initial Screen Date: Minimal Qualifications: 5 years of experience in an occupational function that has a direct relationship to weldments in production, construction, inspection or repair; AND Associates degree in a qualifying field (welding, welding technology, welding engineering, welding Engineering technology) that provides a foundation in the subject matter being taught; OR Formal training (such as apprenticeship that provides a foundation in the subject matter being taught); OR Journeyman card in a similar field of study (i.e., Boilermaker), Note: At least 10 years or more of welding industry experience in production, construction, inspection, or repair may qualify an instructor to teach introductory welding courses. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The following are preferred qualifications: * Certified Welding Inspector ( CWI) * Experience working in the industry * Curriculum development with welding content Familiar with AWS and AP1104 code books. * Two years of teaching experience as lead instructor. * Teaching experience in a community college and demonstrated interest in and passion for teaching community college students. * Familiarity with federal/state safety regulations that impact welding laboratories. * Familiarity and willingness to employ current pedagogical, instructional, and assessment methods in teaching college students. * Demonstrated experience with utilizing a variety of classroom technologies, both inside and outside the classroom. * Experience working with students from a diverse background. * Ability to work well with others. * Strong oral and written communication skills. Metropolitan Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Work Hours Normally scheduled Monday through Friday; may be required to work different shifts to include evenings and/or weekends. Schedule subject to change based upon department needs. Compensation Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Special Instructions to Applicants PLEASE NOTE: An MCC application must be accompanied by the following: A cover letter which indicates the position of interest and addresses the following: - The highlights of your education and experience which specifically prepare you for this position. - The mission of the community college, and how you would contribute to the mission. - Any training or teaching experience in your field. - How you would assess student learning. A resume to include three professional references with name, address, and phone number. Official or student copies of transcripts will be required at time of application. If selected for an interview, official transcripts will be required. If a transcript is not applicable to you, you can download apprenticeship information, journeyman's card, certificates, or license in the transcript section of the application. Interviews will be conducted by a screening committee. We offer all full-time employees medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, as well as retirement, 403b, employee assistance, and flexible spending and health savings account. We can't wait to show you why Metropolitan Community College is a great place to work! Preferred Areas of Expertise: Fabrication, pipe fitting, pipe welding, IG-4G welding, oxy fuel torch cutting, field welding.