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Texas State Technical College

Instructor, Welding

Texas State Technical College, Harlingen, Texas, United States, 78552

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Be Transformational! Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As an Instructor at TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing your experience and skills with our students. Launch your career with TSTC by connecting with our Talent Acquisition team by emailing us at talentsourcing@tstc.edu.

What We Offer You

More than just a job – the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career.

Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated.

Paid vacation, sick time, paid holidays, including an extended holiday break.

Stability of the State of Texas’ comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much more.

Job Description TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.

Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences.

Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.

Weld tests are scheduled for all candidates who meet requirements for welding instruction. Successful completion and demonstrated competency is a requirement to instruct in the Welding Program.

Faculty will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and community members.

Instructional Delivery:

Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative, innovative techniques.

Instructional Management:

Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.

Student Retention and Placement:

Perform student advisement so students receive timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.

Program Recruitment & Promotion:

Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in departmental/program planning for recruitment.

Teamwork & Service:

Demonstrate willingness to be of service and exhibit pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, media), coworker groups, and general public contacts. Maintain flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignments, as appropriate; work effectively in a team environment; and commit to the mission, vision, and values of the college.

Other Duties as Assigned:

The core competencies for direct instructional delivery in an applied learning environment can be condensed into a few overarching categories: Teaching & Learning, Mentorship & Coaching, Assessment & Feedback, and Technology Integration.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

Verifiable industrial work experience in the welding and fabrication industry.

Must be knowledgeable and proficient in all welding disciplines (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, SAW on plate and pipe, as well as knowledge of plasma and oxy-acetylene cutting procedures).

Successful completion of supervised weld test on site.

Proficiency at blueprint reading and pipe fitting theory and its application.

Preferred: 2 years or more teaching experience.

Preferred: NDTE experience and strong metallurgical background.

3+ years industrial experience in welding and fabrication industry.

Certifications: AWS D1.1 or D9.1, NCCER, OSHA 30.

Associate degree in a closely related field and demonstrated qualifications in the technology’s teaching discipline. (Professional experience may be accepted in lieu of other requirements, as approved by the Vice Chancellor).

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a closely related teaching discipline.

Equal Opportunity Employer Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States by the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

After you complete your application, please send your transcripts to faculty.credentialing@tstc.edu.

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