Month Welding Instructor
- Mecklenburg, NY
- Permanent
- Full-time
Role Title Faculty-Teaching/Research
Role Code
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 276F0007
Agency Southside Va Community College
Agency/Division Southside Va Community College (Div)
Work Location Mecklenburg - 117
Hiring Range Commensurate with education, experience and VCCS guidelines
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No
Work ScheduleMonday through Friday, day hours; evenings and weekends as needed
Sensitive Position No
Job DescriptionThank you for considering employment with Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC). We are committed to attracting and retaining a talented workforce, which has contributed to our recognition as a Great College to Work For by The Chronicle of Higher Education for several consecutive years. With a mission to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students, SVCC values the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve. This commitment reflects our history, acknowledges the complexity of the present, and calls us to build a stronger future.SVCC is located in a beautiful rural region, with seven locations across several counties, including Brunswick, Charlotte, Nottoway, Mecklenburg, Greensville, and Halifax. The area is known for its rolling hills, pine and hardwood forests, and farmland, and is home to two popular lakes-Gaston and Kerr. For more information, please visit .Do you want to shape the next generation of skilled trades professionals as a Welding Instructor? We're looking for someone who thrives on creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that equip students for real-world success. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, this opportunity is for you!Southside Virginia Community College, a comprehensive community college, is seeking full-time 9-month faculty member for Welding at our Lake Country Knowledge Center location in Mecklenburg, VA. The successful candidate must be committed to our mission to provide quality education to a diverse constituency.Responsibilities are but not limited to:
- Providing classroom and hands-on lab instruction in welding for various ages including high school students enrolled through the dual enrollment program
- Preparing for class and scheduling 10 hours of scheduled office hours outside of class
- Faculty may be expected to teach in multiple instructional settings and at various times, including nights and weekends, to meet student needs
- Advising and mentoring students to support their academic success, skill development, and career readiness
- Overseeing lab maintenance and operation
- Maintaining equipment inventory
- Developing and evaluating instructional materials and learning outcomes to continually improve the educational experience for students
- Communicating effectively with students and staff
- Creating engaging lessons with technology and interactive materials to enhance classroom learning
- Participating in college committees, meetings and workshops
- Collaborating with colleagues within the same discipline to coordinate class schedules
- Representing the welding program at recruitment events to encourage community interest and student enrollment
- Supporting institutional advancement by strengthening and expanding the welding program
- Maintaining active communication with a well-rounded advisory committee to remain informed about current trends and developments in the welding industry
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Advanced certificate, diploma or degree in welding
- AWS Certified Welder or equivalent certification
- Must possess welding certifications or have the ability to obtain welding certifications prior to start date
- Knowledge of and experience in various types of welding and cutting processes, welding theory, metallurgy, and mathematics
- Proficiency in reading blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings
- Current certifications, or certifiable, in SMAW, GMAW and GTAW structural plate and pipe tests
- Demonstrated commitment to enforcing shop safety protocols and maintaining a clean, OSHA-compliant lab environment
- Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting welding equipment and shop tools
- Experienced in using welding simulators
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a culturally and educationally diverse student population
- Experienced with software applications, including Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- An understanding of the community college environment and the mission
- Knowledge of and experience in individualized instruction and hands-on application
- Teaching experience
- Teaching experience at the high school, community college, or technical training level
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and/or Certified Welding Educator (CWE)
- NCCER Instructor Certification
- Experience with online education
Supervises Employees No
Required TravelTravel to SVCC campuses, centers, meetings, and training/conferences with access to a state vehiclePosting Detail InformationPosting Number FAC_1700P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 07/25/2025
Job Close Date 09/30/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Agency Website www.southside.edu/employment-opportunities
Contact Name Jennifer Davis
Email jennifer.davis@southside.edu
Phone Number 434-949-1035
Special Instructions to ApplicantsThis position will remain open until filled. For initial consideration, please submit a completed state application by August 8, 2025, as the first review of applications will begin on the next date. Applications submitted after this date are not guaranteed review but may be considered if the first review period is extended.This is a 9-month, full time positions with state and VCCS benefits. Applicants must apply online by submitting a state application through this site. Applicants must create a user account to apply online. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your VCCS applicant portal account for the status of your application and the status of this recruitment. For more information about this position or other vacancies within our agency, please visit our website at www.southside.edu/employment or contact Jennifer Davis at 434.949.1048.SVCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Shannon Feinman, Vice President of Finance and Administration, 109 Campus Drive, Alberta, VA 23821, 434-949-1005.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities act (ADA and ADAAA), SVCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) stage agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
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Background Check Statement DisclaimerThe selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:
EEO StatementThe Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA StatementThe Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify StatementVCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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