Position Summary
The Welding Instructor is a part time faculty position at South Seattle College (SSC).The primary instructional assignment will be to teach a diverse range of welding and fabricating courses at South Seattle College.
Essential Functions :
- Develop and teach a wide range of welding and fabricating courses including but not limited to : Shop safety, power tools, OAW, OFC, SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, fabrication, pipe welding, print reading, materials and related topics.
- May be assigned to teach additional related courses depending upon the instructor's background and experience.
- Collaborate with other faculty to support the program, acquire materials, repair equipment, and other essential functions as assigned.
- Collaborate in planning and developing curriculum and schedules within the context of division goals.
- Other duties include student conferences, course and curriculum development, participation in division activities and other professional responsibilities as specified.
Required Education, Experience & Abilities :
High school diplomaAt least five (5) years of successful experience as a welder fabricatorSkill in using computer applications including word processing, spread sheets, email, others as necessary.WABO Welding certification, or equivalent.Experience teaching and working with diverse student populations including students of various physical capabilities, socio-economic, educational, racial, ethnic, and language backgrounds.Ability to communicate knowledge and skills effectively, both orally and in writing, to diverse audiences.Ability to become an AWS Certified Welding Inspector.Ability to become Washington State Vocationally Certified.Preferred Qualifications :
Associate of Science Degree or Bachelor of Science DegreeWelding Certifications in Pipe and Plate, SMAW, and GTAW.American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector.Washington Association of Building Officials Welder ExaminerFive years or more of experience teaching welding and fabricating courses at a community or technical college.Ten years or more of experience working in the welding industry.Experience working in collaborative learning situations with teams of other faculty.Evidence of successfully assessing student learning.Physical Setting :
Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants :
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and motorized equipmentAbility to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and studentsPhysical ability to perform required work, including (but not limited to) the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, and to walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, reach, grasp, push and pull on a regular to continuous basisWork is performed throughout the campus in a variety of weather conditions and encounters noises typical of these settings ¿Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement
Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship / status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of bullying behaviors, including cyberbullying. Inquiries regarding compliance and / or grievance procedures may be directed to the .
Background Check Statement
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.