The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest is currently accepting applications for an Adjunct Welding/Machining Dual Enrollment Instructor located at Dyersburg High School. This part-time role is offered as a 10-month contract and involves a weekly commitment of 25 hours.
The successful candidate will provide quality instruction for student learning and maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom/lab, with significant emphasis on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Technical degree or diploma from an accredited institution
Must have at least three (3) years’ experience in industry, five (5) years preferred
Must be proficient in Oxyacetylene cutting, Plasma Cutting, Oxyacetylene Welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
Must be proficient in the use of vertical and horizontal milling machines, manual engine lathes, grinders, drill press, saws, Die sinker EDM, computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines such as Fanuc controllers; Haas Machining Centers and other equipment related to the machine tool industry
Possess communication skills necessary to be an effective instructor
Show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and a mature attitude
Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with students, the public, community & industry partners, and other faculty and staff
Skilled in managing deadlines and working in a team-oriented environment
Commitment to utilizing technology in teaching/learning experience and willingness to stay up to date in developing instructional technologies
Responsibilities
Provide instruction to students in all phases of the Welding and Machine Tool program curriculums
Monitor, grade, and evaluate individual students' progress, maintain student records in the college's student records management software, maintain appropriate documentation, and submit timely reports
Ensure compliance with all college policies, accreditation standards, and dual enrollment requirements
Collaborate with high school personnel and college program coordinators to support student achievement and program success
Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
Other duties as assigned by the President, Vice President, Lead Student Service Coordinator, Dual Enrollment Coordinator and Lead Instructor
Salary: In accordance with Tennessee Board of Regents guidelines and the TCAT Northwest Compensation Plan. You may obtain an employment application on our website: https://tcatnorthwest.edu/about/jobs-and-employment. Background checks are run on all full-time/part-time employees prior to hiring.