Virginia's Community College System · 1 day ago
Workforce Development Structural Fitting Instructor
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelVirginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education that primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg. They are seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach in the Workforce Development Department, specifically in the Marine Trades Training Structural Fitting program, focusing on safety practices, structural fitting tools, and workplace readiness skills.
EducationE-LearningHigher Education
Responsibilities
Teach up to 1500 hours per year as an Adjunct Instructor in the Workforce Development Department
Instruct students in identifying and performing appropriate safety practices and procedures
Ensure all weld lines are clear and safe, recognizing, identifying, and properly using structural fitting tools and equipment
Operate and troubleshoot basic maintenance on structural fitting equipment, understanding and identifying job requirements
Instruct students in exhibiting workplace readiness including effective communication and work ethic
Identify and understand ship structures, ship orientation, and ship traversing terminology
Demonstrate competency in reading, understanding, and applying blueprint knowledge to course projects
Understand and apply math and measurement skills to assigned activities and course projects
Demonstrate competency in use of structural fitting tools and steel shapes to complete effective repairs and building of steel ships, fairing deck plates and installing stiffeners
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director
Qualification
Required
High School graduate or equivalent
Significant work experience within the welding and structural fitting field
Prior experience delivering or developing training
Have a passion for the discipline and a commitment to a student-centered philosophy in support of academic excellence for diverse groups of learners
Excellent interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team
Willingness to serve the needs of traditional and non-traditional students from a variety of backgrounds and age groups
Ability to modify when appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs
Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning
Adopt methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes
Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning
Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience and/or strong interest in teaching and inspiring adult learners to fulfill the College's mission to change lives and empower students to succeed
Must be able to work at all campus locations
Preferred
Community college teaching experience
Teaching experience in online or hybrid, and traditional face to face classroom modalities
Demonstrated proficiency and experience in using instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g. Canvas) with ability to use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience
Demonstrated ability to measure, assess and align student outcomes within courses or programs
Company
Virginia's Community College System
Since 1966, Virginia’s Community Colleges have given everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the right skills so lives and communities are strengthened.
Founded in 1966
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