Unclassified Employment Opportunities

Position: Welding Instructor – Plaquemines Parish Adjunct (Part-time)
Department: Career and Technical Education
Reports to: Program Chair of Welding

Position Summary
糖心动漫vlog Community College is seeking a Welding Instructor, who will prepare, support, and deliver instruction in the college’s growing Welding Program. Courses may include both high school Dual Enrollment courses or traditional adult learners.

Classes will take place on the 糖心动漫vlog Community College Plaquemine’s Parish Site located in Belle Chasse, LA. Classes will start in August 2026 and end in December 2026 for the Fall 2026 semester. If successful in the role, adjunct instructors will be invited to return in subsequent semesters.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provides instruction in both face-to-face and online classes, including preparing and delivering curricula and supporting and maintaining a positive learning environment.
  • Fosters student learning, development, and workplace readiness through quality instruction and mentoring/advising activities.
  • Evaluates student performance, submit student grades, prepare students for certification testing, and report certification results to program chair and Director of Institutional Effectiveness.
  • Participates in assessment at the program, departmental, and college level for ongoing improvement and in relation to special tasks or projects.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Chair of Welding, Dean of Instructor and/or the Provost.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Certification(s) - Must be signed by an AWS CWI

  • At least one (1) form of a comprehensive safety training (OSHA-30 or similar).
  • SMAW Plate 3G or 4G.
  • SMAW Plate 3G or 4G w/o backing (or SMAW Pipe 2G or better).
  • GMAW or FCAW Plate, 3G or 4G.

Required Experience

  • At least three (3) years of industry experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Demonstrated success in training, education, or field experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of the content area and the ability to teach it effectively.
  • Ability to do the following: use assigned email address (and check it often); upload course materials as necessary; create basic documents as needed; follow instructions on how to enter grades or other tasks required on the computer.
  • Should be prepared to assist in advancing both credit and noncredit training options for students.
  • Effective classroom management, including maintaining a positive learning environment.
  • Knowledge of Confidential Records Management.
  • Knowledge and commitment to institutional mission and values and the ability to work with stakeholders across the college to achieve and uphold them.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs

  • Ability to  stand and walk throughout the welding shop for 3 hours (an entire class period)

Preferred Qualifications

Education

  • Associates Degree in Welding or a related field

Experience

  • Prior community college teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Demonstrated ability to develop a variety of effective teaching techniques and assessment methods.
  • Ability to promote the use of instructional technology in curriculum delivery.
  • Ability to teach evening classes.

Application Process

To apply, send résumé, unofficial transcripts (if applicable), and contact information for three professional references to: [email protected] (put Welding Adjunct Plaquemines in the subject line)

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded for review.

All applications are confidential, and references will not be contacted without the expressed authorization of the applicant.

糖心动漫vlog is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 糖心动漫vlog is also a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
As an executive branch state agency, 糖心动漫vlog Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all employees to update their information at least every five (5) years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at .