INSTRUCTOR, WELDING Job at Goodwill Industries of Arkansas in Springdale

Overview

General Description Of Position: This position coordinates the activities, assignments, scheduling, and training of clients for the Goodwill Works, Digital Skills Accelerator, and other industry-specific programs at The Academy at Goodwill licensed by the Arkansas State Board of Private and Career Education.

Uphold a positive work environment that follows Goodwill's Amazing Customer Experience (ACE) culture, values and mission in everything you do and every interaction you have with co-workers, clients, customers, and management.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Advanced Manufacturing programs including Basic Welding 1, Basic Welding 2, and Certified Production Technician (CPT) instruction of students enrolled in The Academy at Goodwill, who desire an opportunity to attain skills useful and necessary to getting a job, building a career, and retaining long-term employment. Teach courses at a variety of times and locations, including evening and weekends. Group instruction will take place both virtually and in-person. This duty is performed daily, about 50% of the time.
• Instruct and train clients in a range of soft skills and career best practices, including but not limited to: Conflict Resolution, Customer Service, Decision-Making, Dependability, Ethics in the Workplace, Motivation, Organizational Skills, Self-Advocacy, Social Interactions, Stress/Anger Management, Team Building, Time Management, and Self-Determination; Career Development, Career Advancement, Community Resources, Job Retention, and Professionalism. This duty is performed daily, about 20% of the time.
• Maintain orderly and current client files that adhere to regulations required by the Arkansas State Board of Private and Career Education. Maintain accurate documentation of program operations and services including, but not limited to, documentation required for participant files, internal support systems, compliance, and electronic records. This duty is performed daily, about 15% of the time.
• Assist the Program Development Managers and Career Service Managers in developing classroom instruction, assessing skills attainment, and recommendations for placement of successful completers entering the workforce. This duty is performed daily, about 10% of the time.
• Maintain and properly store/secure equipment, supplies, tools associated with duties and transport equipment, supplies, and tools to assigned duties. This duty is performed daily, about 5% of the time.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Education And Experience

Broad knowledge of such fields as accounting, marketing, business administration, finance, etc. Equivalent to a four year college degree, plus 2-3 years’ experience in advanced manufacturing field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Arkansas Driver's License
AWS Certified Welding Educator, or the ability to attain credential within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

MSSC Authorized Instructor for CPT 4.0
NCCER Authorized Instructor or Master Trainer

Software Skills Required

Intermediate: Microsoft Office, Google Suite
Basic: Presentation/PowerPoint, Spreadsheet

Qualifications

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Strong organizational skills; extremely careful attention to detail and follow through.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to analyze data for informed decision making.
• Strong communication skills; ability to communicate direct feedback.
• Ability to work well in a team; ability to bridge and enhance professional learning communities.
• Ability to create, monitor, and maintain systems that enhance instructional outcomes.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; flexible, able to work autonomously as well as take direction as needed.
• Effective presentation skills accompanied with inspiring stage presence.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years classroom teaching experience; teaching in virtual settings is a plus.
• Experience teaching in a high-needs community; i.e.: homeless, persons with disabilities, underemployed, unemployed, previously incarcerated, etc.
• Experience working with and teaching adult learners in a post-secondary environment.

Note: This description preserves the essential duties, qualifications, and program references from the original posting.