What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welding Instructor position at Ohio Technical College?
Responsibilities Include:
- Prepare for classroom instruction by applying strong organizational and planning skills.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time.
- Provide students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and professionally presented task demonstrations in the shop.
- Maintain a professional and positive image for students.
- Demonstrate competent knowledge of subject matter.
- Assign and grade class work and homework and provide evaluative feedback to students.
- Utilize computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations and demonstrations.
- Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
- Complete student records as required by laws, college policies and administrative regulations.
- Assist in assessing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement.
- Evaluate student performance against industry standards, AWS, I-CAR, as applicable.
- Enforce all college policies and rules governing students.
- Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Obtain and maintain all required professional certifications and credentials for the department and subjects taught.
- Provide evidence of professional growth activity and technical update activity to maintain and to develop as an outstanding instructor.
- Prepare students for later educational experiences by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills:
- AWS Certified (preferred or willing to obtain certification within 6 months after hire)
- Team player
- Student Focus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong knowledge in the automotive welding industry
- Experienced and interested in developing tomorrow’s top automotive welders
- Prior teaching experience and shop management a plus
- Have the ability to provide instruction in a group setting.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K w/match; 4 day work week with alternating Fridays.