Job Responsibilities
The Welding Instructor is responsible for the delivery of quality instruction and management of students enrolled in program. Responsibilities will include the development, implementation, and evaluation of program in collaboration with peers. Duties include, but are not limited to, teaching courses to diverse student body. Participate and coordinate in the assessment of the Welding department's instructional needs and assist in the planning and delivery necessary to meet those needs. Foster and promote all educational programs and activities offered through the college. Advise and keep records of assigned student advisees by division and departmental advising policy and procedures. Make student referrals when deemed necessary to other college personnel. Maintain established office hours. Assist the department in recruiting and retaining students in the program. Assist students with placement upon graduation. Support the Welding department in developing reports and budget projections for supplies and equipment. Assist in the development of a term by term schedule of course offerings. Aid in hiring, training, evaluating, and loading of adjunct instructors within the department. Maintain contact with appropriate business/industry or advisory groups.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
Associates degree in field of welding OR academic preparation with at least 5 years of welding experience.
Preferred Qualifications
National Certification with AWS (American Welding Society) preferred. Prior teaching experience at the post secondary level in Welding. Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.
Benefits For State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.