Instructors present material to students who are pursuing classes for Academic or Vocational programs to perform assignments that may vary from day to day for the Telford Unit. The instructor must be able to pass all background checks and requirements for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma and Welding Certificate or Associate degree in Welding from an accredited four-year college or university, and/or significant experience in the field.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of college organization, goals and objectives, and policies and
• Possess good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work well with students, faculty, staff and the
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend
• Ability to travel at various campuses as needed.
• Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty and

Experience:

• Five years direct work experience in the field, with 3 of those years being current. Must maintain all licenses and certificates during the course of employment. Previous teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Teach hands-on and classroom/laboratory courses, including team teaching.
• Conduct all teaching and personal behaviors safely, recognizing risks associated with technology instruction.
• Use a variety of effective, professional teaching techniques to help students achieve course objectives.
• Prepare and submit course objectives, student performance objectives, and daily lesson plans.
• Develop appropriate student performance objectives.
• Submit reports on training hours and skills achieved upon completion or termination of training.
• Accurately compile, submit, and archive all required forms, records, and documentation.
• Observe college and off-campus site policies and procedures.
• Participate in meetings, training, committees, and public relations functions as assigned.
• Act as a positive ambassador for the College and Workforce program.
• Manage supplies and inventory of materials.
• Follow established attendance procedures.
• Carry out instructor’s lesson plans.
• Proctor tests, quizzes, and exams.
• Ensure adequate supervision of students.
• Collect student assignments.
• Comply with departmental and college policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to travel between offices and buildings, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or maneuver office supplies as needed.

Schedule: May be required to work a flexible schedule (days, nights, weekends, holidays, and various outside events if necessary.)

Work Environment: This position operates in varied work locations including a professional office environment, and TDCJ. This position routinely uses standard office equipment (i.e. computers, phones, copy and fax machines, filing cabinets) and is in a high traffic area with continual interruptions. Software commonly used includes Microsoft Office, Jenzabar, and various other educational applications. Work may also be performed outside of the office and with little to no supervision.

Conditions of Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of the pre-hire process, including a criminal background screening and clearance through state prisons.

Travel Expectations: Some travel may be required.

Salary: Commensurate within the Texarkana College pay scale for position.