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Title: Faculty Adjunct Evening Welding

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Institution: TCAT-Athens

Department: Instruction

Campus Location: TCAT Athens

Job Summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Athens is accepting applications for a part-time instructor in its evening Welding program at the Athens Campus. This position works 5 hours per day and 20 hours per week Monday through Thursday from 3:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The Welding evening instructor reports to the Vice President.

Pay Range:  $30 - $40 per hour based on qualifications, education and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical Diploma in instructional area or equivalent higher education training with credentials in related field.
• Minimum three (3) years of full-time experience in the welding field within the last five (5) years.
• A comparable combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.
• Must be available for evening program hours of instruction, Monday-Thursday from 3:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
• Must possess all required certifications for the field or the ability to become certified within three (3) calendar months.
• Must possess computer skills.
• Strong hands-on technical background in the field of instruction.
• Must possess a high degree of knowledge in the following areas: shielded metal arc (STICK), gas metal arc (MIG), tungsten inert gas (TIG) and flux cored arc welding; symbols and blueprint reading; cutting techniques; grinding; metal preparation; metallurgy; layout; fabrication; power tools; and measurement techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Three or more years of technical teaching experience.
• Five or more years of industry-related experience.
• CWE and CWI certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess skills and knowledge to teach theory and application in all phases of the Welding program.
• Strong hands-on technical background in the field.
• Must be willing to remain current in the instructional field and maintain personal certifications and program accreditation(s).
• Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office programs (including Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams) and other basic computer software needed for the teaching profession.
• Must possess the communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and interact with high school and adults.
• Must show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and a mature attitude.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.

Job Duties

• Use program selected curriculum to provide instruction in shielded metal arc (STICK), gas metal arc (MIG), tungsten inert gas (TIG) and flux cored arc welding; symbols and blueprint reading; cutting techniques; grinding; metal preparation; metallurgy; layout; fabrication; power tools; and measurement techniques.
• Provide individualized theory and hands-on instruction to adult and high school students to prepare them for employment in the field.
• Monitor, grade, and evaluate individual students’ progress.
• Maintain appropriate records and submit timely reports and paperwork.
• Maintain good public relations with business and industry, assist with advisory committees, and cooperate with outside agencies.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and stable learning environment that is conducive to all (COE) accreditation requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and technological advances in the industry.
• Must be willing to remain current in the instructional field and maintain personal certifications and program accreditation(s).
• Comply with FERPA laws.
• This position may also supervise and follow up on students participating in cooperative education.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Walking, bending, standing, lifting, twisting, use of computers.