Part-Time Welding Instructor

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.

The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.

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Department: Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades

Reports To: Associate Dean

LOCATION: Green Bay
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SALARY: $45.00 per class hour contracted

POSITION SUMMARY

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is an innovative leading-edge college dedicated to student success. Part-Time faculty are an integral part of the College’s staff, helping us provide all learners with the highest quality learning opportunities when, where and how they want it.

Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for future part-time faculty opportunities. NWTC will keep your application in our files as a POTENTIAL candidate who could possibly fill a position when or if the need arises.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering instruction and assessment of learning outcomes.

• Utilize engaging instructional strategies and methodologies which foster student success both in and outside of the classroom.

• Maintain accurate student records and communication.

• Advise and support students as a mentor and role model in the achievement of their learning and career goals. This includes being accessible to students outside of scheduled classroom time.

• Provide educational leadership and work effectively with faculty, administration, and campus support staff.

• Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required by other agencies to maintain individual and program accreditation.

• Comply with College policies and practices related to instruction, assessment, and delivery.

• Additional duties and responsibilities will be discussed as needs arise.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Course emphasis will be on Blueprint Reading, Welding (Cutting, Visual Inspection, SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, Flux Core), Metal Fabrication and Metallurgy

• Provide educational leadership, including recruiting and public relation's opportunities, work effectively with applicable advisory committees, community groups, faculty, administration, and campus support staff including (CTED) Corporate Training and Economic Development to perform contract work.

• Manage classroom and shop/lab by performing preventative maintenance on all equipment. This includes updating guards and safety modifications per OSHA regulations which ensure a productive and safe learning environment.

• Work to provide clear Welding pathways and subsequent partnerships with secondary education. Provide instruction and technical support to NWTC Corporate Training and Economic Development

• Instructors will provide feedback to students based on their inspection and assessment of student weldments in accordance to code.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• A Technical Diploma OR State of Wisconsin Journey-worker's certificate, plus five years direct occupational experience.

• At a minimum, occupational experience has to have occurred at least 1 year within the last 5 years.

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) preferred.

• Employment is conditional on the completion of a background check and drug test with acceptable results.

Additional requirements upon hire:

• Pass four 6G pipe tests per NWTC standard within first year of employment (may only teach processes after 6G pipe test successfully passed)

• Enroll in CWI classes within first six months if not credentialed as a CWI.

• No instructor shall teach a class unless they have work experience or have successfully passed classes on said subject since hiring.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience with adult learners is preferred

• Ability to work non-standard hours including evening and weekend hours

Skills and Abilities:

• Student Success: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.

• Values: Demonstrate behaviors and action that support the College’s values

• Collaboration: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that create respectful environments and services for all, and the ability to work effectively across differences in background and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events. In addition, must be able to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery. May be required to work from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding.

• Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, controls, and/or heavy equipment and machinery. Capability to push, pull, and/or maneuver equipment as needed.

• PPE: To wear and work in personnel protective equipment as needed.

• Heavy Lifting: Capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.

• Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at talentandculture@nwtc.edu or 920-498-6286.

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture.

NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at 920-498-6823 or nondiscrimination@nwtc.edu​.