Davidson County Community College Lexington , NC 27293
Posted 3 weeks ago
Davidson-Davie Community College is an award-winning institution that is committed to being a welcoming campus community that reflects and enacts the values of diversity, equity and inclusion to ensure student learning and success. We seek candidates who will not only enhance our representational diversity but whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty. Our goal is to identify individuals who will assist in our mission, so that everyone has the opportunity to succeed at Davidson-Davie Community College. Our benefits and other resources make it possible to excel both professionally and personally. We are a dynamic community that supports and celebrates the success of our students, faculty and staff. The future is here!
The Adjunct Faculty, Welding is a part-time position responsible for designing and implementing learning strategies for students; developing course syllabi and instructional materials; maintaining instructional records; maintaining a safe laboratory environment; communicating equipment, and supply needs; and other duties which support the mission and initiatives of the College. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean, School of Business, Engineering and Technical Studies.
Promotes College mission, values, and vision
Teaches assigned courses on the main campus and at satellite locations to meet program needs including, but not limited to, day, evening, weekend, and distance courses
Evaluates student progress and provides appropriate feedback
Develops course syllabi and provides appropriate written information to students concerning course evaluation and criteria
Explores, assesses, and implements appropriate instructional technology to enhance student learning outcomes
Carries out a program of self-evaluation to determine instructional effectiveness
Assists in the evaluation of courses and programs
Prepares and submits instructional records, reports, and grades established by institutional policy
Attends appropriate College and School meetings
Assists in student recruitment and retention, including College-wide marketing initiatives
Maintains contacts with business, industry, and professional organizations for the purpose of keeping instructional programs current with advances in occupational or academic field
Maintains appropriate office hours and accessibility for students, faculty and staff
Participates in professional development to enhance instructional and technical skills
Performs other tasks as assigned which support the mission and initiatives of the College
DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Required:
Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Welding or related field with a minimum of 1 year work experience
AWS certified in at least one welding process
Strong computer skills and commitment to the use of technology in instruction
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively and collegially with others in a team environment
Effectiveness in the following College organizational competencies:
- Translating College purpose, values, and vision into organizational action
Collaborating and facilitating
Creating and innovating
Anticipating and responding to change
Providing vision and leadership
Assessment of student learning
Engagement and assessment of successful student retention models
Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in a related field
Teaching experience in a community college
AWS Certified Welding Inspector or willingness to complete the AWS CWI certification
Certified Welding Educator
Creativity and openness to change
Fabrication, CNC plasma and Waterjet cutting, Automated welding, and machining experience
ADA requirements for this position include critical thinking skills with the ability to process information and exercise good judgment in the collection, evaluation, and analysis of data, and student assessment, curriculum development, and program review. Other requirements include ease of mobility in supervising students in classroom/lab settings, carrying supplies and other instructional materials, ability to move, climb, or crawl under equipment, use of keyboard, effective use of all forms of communication (oral, written, visual, auditory), and the ability to perform general teaching and office duties and travel to other campus locations.
A climate controlled, contact center environment - filled with amazing people, incredible students and career opportunities.
Location: South Davidson High School
Davidson County Community College