HDCI- (WCCT - Industrial Fabrication​/Ironworker​/Welding Instructor

Industrial Fabrication/Ironworker/Welding Instructor

Walker County Schools – Heman Drummond Center of Innovation (HDCI)

HDCI Industrial Fabrication/Ironworker/Welding Instructor

The Industrial Fabrication/Ironworker/Welding Instructor will create a safe academic environment that encourages student engagement, while effectively delivering the program curriculum. As such, the instructor is expected to plan, organize, and teach in a manner that produces student competency in the discipline area.

CTE Director / HDCI Principal

• A high school diploma or General Education Equivalent (GED).
• Actively performed work on fabrication in the construction, repair, inspection or design as they pertain to the residential, commercial or industrial industry for a minimum of three (3) years within the last (5) years or (10) or more years at any time. (10) or mores are preferred.
• Must hold a valid and active license in one of the areas listed in the  Alabama Occupational Proficiency List – see link below.
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• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the American Welding Society's D1.1 Code.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic computer skills demonstrating effective use of Microsoft Office products and use of Learning Management System (LMS/CMS).
• Completion of a course of study in electrical construction under the direction and supervision of an established school or apprenticeship program.
• Ability to complete objectives without direct supervision.
• Must meet a minimum state requirement for Certification as a Career and Technical Education Instructor.
• See ALSDE Educator Certification – Bachelor’s Equivalent Technical Education 1 – Career and Technical Certificate in Technical Education Program Area Approach: see link below to form.
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• Maintain a professional demeanor with all students, coworkers, and community members.
• Provide excellent classroom instruction through positive and inspiring learning experiences for all students using a variety of teaching methods and making every learning situation relevant to career preparation.
• Prepare detailed lesson plans, job sheets, and laboratory demonstrations for all units of instruction.
• Recommend changes in the curriculum to maintain a current program.
• Monitor the progress for each student in the program.
• Work as a teammate with other instructors and support staff.
• Prepare and grade examinations based upon course objectives, publish lesson schedules, and return all assignments in a timely manner.
• Work creatively in all classes, encourage students, and maintain satisfactory retention.
• Begin and end each class at the designated times, providing a full period of instruction.
• Accurately maintain attendance records in accordance with the Attendance Policy, submit class roster daily, maintain a separate record of attendance and grades that is clearly labeled and turned in at the end of the term.
• Attend faculty meetings, and other HDCI events as required by the Walker County Schools.
• Participate in extracurricular activities, such as campus and community events.
• Supervise all laboratory experience.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment.
• Maintain proper inventory of all equipment and tools assigned to the program.
• Maintain an active advisory committee which meets twice a year, minimally.
• Visit industry to develop and maintain a good rapport with employers and to monitor students participating in internships.
• To utilize a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to develop leadership and team working skills in all students and participate in CTSO events and competitions.
• Take an active role in the advice and counseling of students.
• Assist students to find employment in an occupation related to training.
• Contribute to the overall mission and Operating Procedures of the Heman Drummond Center of Innovation by performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Update and continually improve your own teaching techniques and skills and successfully complete all required professional development activities.

Ten-month (202 days) contract.

Appropriate placement on current salary schedule including in part or total years of verifiable Industry/Work Experience in and specific to Program Area Pathway.

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provision of Board policy.