Welding Instructor

applications will be accepted beginning friday, july 10, 2026 12:00 am (central standard time)

mandatory

• five years or more of employment experience in welding or related occupation
• proficient and knowledgeable of basic primary processes: ofw/ofc, smaw, gmaw, gtaw, fcaw, cac-a, pac
• ability to work well with others
• ability to use technology for professional productivity.

desirable

• associate’s or bachelor’s degree or higher in from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning, or ability to complete an associate’s or bachelor’s degree within six months
• teaching experience in the career and technical education field
• an industry recognized credential in the program field of study
• ten years of employment experience in welding or related occupation
• certified welding inspector

one of the following:

• verification of a bachelor’s degree or higher in an area appropriate for the subject area being taught, and four thousand (4000) hours of dese-approved, related occupational experience obtained within the most recent ten (10) years; or
• verification of an associate’s degree in an area appropriate for the subject area being taught, and five thousand (5000) hours of dese-approved, related occupational experience within the most recent ten (10) years; or
• verification of six thousand (6000) hours of dese-approved, related occupational experience obtained within the most recent ten (10) years.

the instructor is responsible for developing and implementing the daily lesson plans and activities for the welding instruction for secondary students. The instructor is also responsible for creating a classroom environment that implements best practices, supports industry standards, and engages students in career and technical education.

• maintain and assume responsibility for the assigned classroom environment.
• develop and implement daily lesson plans that follow approved curriculum, support industry standards, and are aligned with appropriate assessments.
• actively engage and interact with students using intentional best practice teaching strategies.
• plan and prepare the learning environment with needed materials and supplies.
• develop a course syllabus for each class taught and provide a copy to students and administration at the beginning of the semester.
• maintain appropriate record keeping for assigned classes to include student attendance, record of grades earned, and other related classroom information.
• demonstrates professional conduct, positive attitude, and supportive culture.
• effectively collaborate with colleagues and industry partners to build positive relationships within the somotech environment and the community.
• assist with curriculum development and modification of programs to align curriculum with industry-based demands, accreditation and certification requirements, and program operation, as necessary.
• maintain confidentiality of students, parents/guardians, and fellow staff members, as well as records and all information.
• assist in addressing student concerns regarding advisement, placement, and course difficulties.
• works with program advisory committees; serve as partners with local industry.
• facilitate student recruitment; assist in the promotion of programs.
• complete professional development training hours and maintain appropriate professional certification, as necessary.
• participate in professional organizations, as appropriate.
• assist with textbook adoption process when needed.
• sponsors student clubs and/or organizations, as appropriate.
• exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• comply with somotech and west plains r-vii school district policies and procedures.
• serve on committees as requested.
• attend community/professional events as requested.
• perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision.

the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties…