Manufacturing And Product Development (Welding) Instructor

Under the direction of the Executive Director of TLC, the Manufacturing and Product Development (Welding) Instructor will deliver competency-based instruction designed to offer high school students the opportunity to develop entry-level skills required for employment in related industries. The instructor develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students. Instructor will foster a safe and civil learning environment and inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies and will monitor, evaluate, and document student attendance, progress and competency attainment. This teaching position is part-time.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides group and individualized instruction to high school-aged students, according to state-approved course outlines that are aligned with career technical education and academic content standards

• Designs and implements relevant curriculum utilizing input from TLC Advisory Committee and Program Committee, incorporates appropriate industry recognized certifications/training (as needed), and works toward implementing the high-quality elements of Career Technical Education

• Provides instruction that is appropriately paced and directed to specific career skills while accounting for individual differences in ability, motivation and learning modalities

• Establishes and maintains a suitable learning environment that promotes student growth, skill mastery, and assures student safety

• Modify the traditional modes of delivering instructional services to reasonably accommodate an individual's disabilities

• Maintain computer based attendance, grades, and schedules

• Establishes and maintains comprehensive student files, including follow-up survey information

• Guides students in making career-related decisions

• Develop and implement appropriate safety procedures for the classroom and facility

• Demonstrate knowledge of current market trends and industry development/practices/standards for Manufacturing and Product Development

• Provide effective teaching and classroom management strategies, while maintaining a safe classroom environment

• Recruit, interview, motivate and retains students

• Work closely with community partners and educational institutions

• Assist with program development, direction and evaluation

• Participate in department, general and Advisory Committee meetings

• Be available to teach for the entire duration of the academic term (Fall Semester, Spring Semester, or Summer School)

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Must hold or be eligible for a Designated Subjects Career and Technical Education Teaching Credential with authorization in the Manufacturing and Product Development Industry sector

• Three to five years of work experience in a related field with current knowledge of industry standards

• Requires valid industry specific certification

• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills

• Possess strong organizational skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

• Must be able to type and use various computer software applications

• Must be able to communicate in person and over the telephone, and Zoom

• Ability to walk and be on feet for several hours a day and lift up to 25 pounds

• Ability to walk up and down stairs

• Must be able to work flexible hours (classes are held during weekday afternoons/evenings)

• Must be available to work some weekends

• Must have a valid California Driver's License

• Must have reliable transportation