Adjunct Faculty, Welding - Wichita Kansas

Company: WSU Tech
Location: Wichita, Kansas
Posted On: 01/26/2025

DescriptionAt WSU Tech, we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands-on experience, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized support and guidance. We operate in a values-based culture and strive towards our behaviors in everything we do.

• Compensation: $32 /hr
• Worksite Location: NCAT Campus Overview / Job Summary:The adjunct welding instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and training in welding techniques to students in a post-secondary educational institution. This role involves providing hands-on instruction, assessing student performance, promoting a safe and inclusive learning environment, and following the Lincoln Electric/nc3 certification and instructional outlines adopted by the institution in GMAW, SMAW, GTAW, and Oxy-Acetylene processes. The adjunct welding instructor may work on a part-time or contract basis, delivering courses and labs as per the institution's schedule.Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary, but are not limited to:
  • Conduct classroom lectures and practical demonstrations on welding techniques, safety protocols, and industry standards.
  • Teach students various welding processes, such as arc welding, MIG welding, TIG welding, and oxyacetylene welding, according to the curriculum.
  • Design and administer assessments, quizzes, and practical examinations to evaluate students' progress and proficiency in welding, utilizing nc3 certification standards.
  • Utilize appropriate teaching methods, resources, and technologies to enhance student learning and engagement.
  • Provide guidance and support to students in developing their welding skills through hands-on training and practice. RequirementsEducation:
    • A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. A post-secondary degree or diploma in welding or a related field is preferred.Required/Preferred Experience & Skills:
      • Relevant industry certifications, such as AWS (American Welding Society)/nc3 certifications, are highly desirable.
      • Practical experience in various welding processes, preferably in a professional capacity within the welding industry (two years).
      • Strong knowledge of welding techniques, safety protocols, and industry standards.
      • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage and instruct students from diverse backgrounds.
      • Ability to adapt teaching methods and materials to accommodate different learning styles and levels of proficiency.
      • Proficiency in using instructional technologies, such as audio-visual aids and computer-aided welding simulators.
      • Prior teaching or training experience is an asset but not always required. Benefitshttps://wsutech.edu/whyhere/WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More...

            

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