Position Title: Technical Instructor, Welding
Department: Welding
Campus Location: Washburn Tech - Huntoon Campus
The screening committee will review all eligible applications submitted by April 1, 20024
Position Summary: Washburn Institute of Technology seeks applications for Welding Technology Instructor to begin August 1, 2024. This is an 10-month, benefit eligible position at the Washburn Tech Huntoon Campus.
Essential Functions:
• Develop a curriculum according to course competencies on each course syllabus.
• Prepare for and attend all class meetings.
• Develop assignments for the classroom and the lab.
• Enforce policies for safety and use of personal protective equipment for all individuals in the lab environment.
• Maintain student records for the program (i.e. Certification testing and the assessment plan).
• Coordinate internship opportunities within the Welding program.
• Evaluate student work, provide feedback to students, administer tests, and assign grades.
• Share (as appropriate) student information with proper staff and departments.
• Use the university’s learning management system to track grades as required.
• Participate actively in departmental/program advisory board meetings.
• Foster a positive relationship with industry representatives and the community.
• Act in a manner that promotes collegial relationships and shows respect for students, staff, and colleagues.
• Maintain and/or advances training in industry-recognized certifications.
• Stay abreast of innovations and developments in the professional field.
• Adhere to university policies.
• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.
Required Qualifications:
• Associate’ degree in Welding Technology or Welding Technical Certificate from a post-secondary institution with 3 years of direct experience as a certified Welder; OR
• A combination of education (Associates Degree/Technical Certificate in a similar discipline) and formal training, such as an apprenticeship in a related field and professional tested and equivalent experience that provides a foundation in the specific subject matter being taught.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Full time Exempt Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:00pm
Background Check Required
Washburn is an EOE and is dedicated to providing a student-centered and teaching-focused academic and work environment. We seek candidates who are committed to Washburn’s efforts to create a campus climate that fosters the growth and development of a diverse student body, and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented and/or marginalized in higher education.
Washburn University provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or marital or parental status.
Washburn University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants for employment. If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please email benefits@washburn.edu or call 785-670-1538 at least five (5) business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation.
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