Applied Welding Technology Instructor

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TITLE: Applied Welding Technology Instructor

CLASSIFICATION: Instructor 

Who We Are: Tri County Tech is a high-performance organization that strives to hire the best and the brightest talent. The ultimate goal is to find the perfect candidate for the position itself and for someone who will meld naturally in the TCT culture. Every educator at Tri County Tech helps us further our vision of inspiring success through life-changing learning experiences. 

Tri County Tech isn't just a place where we work. It's a mindset we embody. We thrive on challenges, innovate through constraints, and do it all with the student in mind. Whether you're called to create exciting content, help students with financial assistance, or keep a budget in check, you'll first need a commitment to the culture we've built and a strong desire for continuous improvement. Successful Tri County Tech employees are here to give everything they've got to serve something bigger than themselves. 

Who You Are: The Welding Instructor at Tri County Tech is dedicated to helping students achieve their aspirations in the welding field. This position enhances the student experience by integrating real-world scenarios and applications relevant to various aspects of welding. The instructor focuses on providing hands-on training and enrichment opportunities that prepare students for successful careers in the industry, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their chosen paths.

What You'll Possess
As a qualified candidate:

• You'll possess an Associates Degree (preferred), or willing to obtain ODCTE Industry Specialist Teacher Certification (within 3 years of employment).
• You’ll possess an Oklahoma Teaching Certificate or be willing to obtain.
• You’ll possess your STEAM card certification.
• You’ll possess a minimum three years of related work experience.
• You’ll have a background in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and/or oxy-fuel cutting.
• You’ll have familiarity with pedagogy and the training and development of others.
• You are detail-oriented and organized.
• You'll strive to exceed expectations and have excellent communication skills.
• You'll take the initiative, seek out projects, and openly accept other duties as assigned.
• You continually look for ways to improve your skill set and are always open to receiving feedback.

What You'll Do
Instructors plan and deliver high-level, rigorous instruction to students in a trade area. They are technical experts in a given field/ area of specialty with the ability to teach leadership and employability skills. They understand the concept of andragogy and pedagogy and the learner's motivation while displaying patience and enthusiasm to help their students meet their goals. Instructors are lifelong learners who can adapt easily to meet the needs of their students. They manage multiple projects with self-directed deadline-driven accountability. They are high-functioning professionals, applying the use of discretion and independent judgment while maintaining ultimate accountability. 

Essential Functions:

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials that meet the district's curriculum goals as well as the individual needs of each student.
• Coordinate and evaluate on the job training as applicable for students.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences that effectively utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluate student's academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare reports relating to student's progress.
• Communicate with parents, if applicable, through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and interpret the school program.
• Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Select and requisition books and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records.
• Develop and encourage a viable student organization for his/her area.
• Participate in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities and equipment.
• Establish and/or maintain an active advisory committee as per ODCTE requirements.
• Work with industry to ensure students are able to find and maintain employment.
• Other Job-Related Duties as Assigned by the Supervisor: The omission of duties does not exclude it from the position if similar, related, or a logical assignment to the job. In other words, you'll be helping out on spontaneous projects and opportunities not listed above.

What You’ll Also Get

Benefits & Perks:  You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, disability, Teacher's Retirement Pension, and 403B matching. You will also enjoy an outstanding work-life balance with an abundant amount of paid time off, including 10 paid sick days, 5 paid FLEX days, and over 24 paid holidays. Tuition Reimbursement and free access to our onsite fitness center are additional perks and half-price tuition for your children in our child development center. 

Learning & Development: Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to unlimited professional development with a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our TCT culture courses and over 5,000 on-demand courses through LinkedIn Learning. 

Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We pride ourselves on being a Great Place to Work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company: You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in our local communities through volunteerism, giving back, and producing life-changing learning opportunities.

Terms of Employment: Ten months; salary to be established by the Board of Education.

Evaluation: Performance evaluated by the Director of Instruction per Board policy.

Status: Exempt
Salary: 61,500

 There will be no discrimination in the technology center because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender expression or identity, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, or genetic information in its programs, services, activities and employment. The following individual is designated to handle inquiries regarding the technology center’s non-discrimination policies, including Title IX: Tara Stevens, Director of HR & Compliance Officer  |  6101 Nowata Road, Bartlesville, OK 74006  |  918-331-3248  |  Tara.Stevens@TriCountyTech.edu. According to the State of Oklahoma Sex Offenders Registration Act, registered sex offenders must self-disclose their status before admissions. View our . View our full non-discrimination policy. Title IX Training provided by: OSSBA Workshop Resources