Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to gain practical skills quickly. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, depending on the depth of specialization. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 402,333 welders nationwide, with an estimated 80,000 new positions required annually through 2029. Welders in Great Bend, KS, earn an average of $1,880 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $55,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and welding associations help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
Position Description: Adjunct faculty members are responsible for the design of program and/or course content including activities to assess student learning. They are further responsible for the facilitation of teaching and learning to college standards of excellence and student engagement; participation and involvement in college committees, planning and activities; recruitment and retention strategies and demonstration of professionalism and adherence to institutional policies and procedures. Faculty members may teach all face-to-face courses, a varied schedule of online and face-to-face courses, or a full load of online coursework. Adjunct faculty is a temporary employee on an as needed, class-by-class basis. Position Responsibilities: 15.00% - Assess Student Learning and Use Assessment Data for Continuous Improvement Use a variety of assessment techniques to measure student learning including, but not limited to quizzes, written papers, reflections, and online quiz games. Develop course level assessments and connect to classroom level techniques. Reflect and use assessment data to continuously improve and update the course. Report student learning outcome data as requested 15.00% - Organize Course(s) in an Effective Manner Design and layout of course shall be easy to follow and understandable. o Scope and sequence of course content. o Course navigation (for those using course shells): Home, Course Syllabus, Grades, Modules. Make the course compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Copyright Guidelines Design a course that aligns with Bartons pillars of integrity and discourages academic cheating. Incorporate at least one essential skill outcome in the course content. Include various active learning techniques including, but not limited to interactive lectures, instructional videos with discussion, group discussions, simulations, small group work, and papers. Align course outcomes and competencies to course activities and/or assessments. 15.00% - Prepare to Teach Assigned Course(s) Prepare your course syllabi. Prepare course materials prior to the course start date including textbooks, certified Open Educational Resources (OER) and/or other approved supplemental material. Prepare an outline (content and/or activities) to meet all course outcomes and competencies. Establish course grading criteria and a system for recording student progress. Establish course and instructor expectations. Prepare the course shell, if applicable - make sure the content is present and updated. 15.00% - Demonstrate Knowledge of Subject Matter Collaborate with colleagues teaching in the same program or discipline as well as others in related programs or disciplines to establish and/or enhance curriculum, discuss teaching approaches, and improve assessment outcomes. Demonstrate awareness of current developments in one's subject area. Participate in professional development events and activities. Participate in the activities of professional organizations, accreditation agencies or other related associations. Presents at professional conferences, publish books or other scholarly articles and/or engage in original or applied research. Maintain an awareness of course pre-requisites and advanced coursework to minimize overlap and achieve maximum course integration. Suggest/develop curriculum changes to integrate courses more effectively within a program of study. Seek opportunities for new program and/or course offerings. 15.00% - Facilitate Student Engagement Student to student interaction. o Provide opportunities for students to learn from one another including projects, activities, and discussions. o Monitor student interactions to ensure a collaborative, safe, and positive learning environment. Student to teacher interaction. o Reach out proactively to students and solicit input. o Provide meaningful and substantial feedback. Student to content interactions. o Provide learning materials that elicit activity, creativity, and engagement. o Update content as students engage with the course materials. Provide accessibility and responsiveness. o Communicate consistently with students in the classroom, during scheduled appointments, in email messages and with comments provided on assignments, tests, etc. o Respond to student inquiries within 24-48 hours. Manage the classroom whether in person or virtual. o Start and end class on time following seat time requirements. o Foster a positive culture that respects individual differences and viewpoints 10.00% - Engage in College Events, Activities and Operations Participate in college, division and faculty meetings. Actively participate in committees, councils and/or workgroups as a volunteer or as assigned. Participate in strategic planning. Exhibits leadership through involvement in projects and processes related and unrelated to functional responsibilities. Participate in events and activities related to both the College and community. Supports College student recruitment and retention efforts. Collaborates and supports adjunct and full-time colleagues in development and execution of responsibilities. Advise students as applicable to instructional area and need. Participate in the pursuit, implementation and management of local, state and federal grants, as applicable. Participate in college directed training. 10.00% - Demonstrate Professionalism Exhibits a positive attitude. Adapts to new situations/expectations and changes to routines. Communicates and exchanges information with others in a respectful, professional, effective, timely, clear, and organized manner. Complies with established college policies and procedures. Meet assigned deadlines including, but not limited to course rosters, grade submission, last date of attendance requests, and FLAC approval for overload/adjunct pay, as applicable. Maintain a holistic mindset of college operations, departments and colleagues. Maintain a positive Barton employee image in public settings. 5.00% - Performs other duties as needed or assigned. Expectations: Adjunct faculty members are able to use software typical for an office/classroom setting and are open to learning new technology related educational tools. Adjunct faculty members maintain a professional work environment and appearance. Adjunct faculty members demonstrate commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice, as well as personal and professional integrity. Adjunct faculty members cooperate with their colleagues across the instructional system as well as other college departments, supervisors, and administration in carrying out the mission of the College. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Experience - Teaching experience AND/OR work experience in program area preferred. Education - Academic qualifications vary according to instructional discipline using the Faculty Qualifying Credentials spreadsheet. A. For academic/transfer courses and programs, an appropriate graduate degree in the subject area is required; B. For vocational instructional programs, an undergraduate degree and/or appropriate certification(s) representing industry standards for employment in occupational/career is required. Other Skills - A. Must possess excellent knowledge in appropriate teaching field(s) as well as exceptional communication/people skills. B. Must be able to demonstrate excellent teaching skills that incorporate and attain measurable student learning outcomes. C. Must be able to interact professionally and effectively with faculty, administration, staff, students, and community. Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Regular exposure to favorable conditions such as those found in a normal office or classroom. Wages/Other: Adjunct faculty credentials are evaluated to ensure compliance with the Higher Learning Commissions Guidelines for Determining Qualified Faculty and detailed in the Faculty Qualifying Credentials document. All adjuncts must meet these criteria and are paid at the rate of $660 per credit hour rate. Adjuncts teaching fully online classes receive an additional $150 per credit hour pay for the additional work/responsibilities required of quality online learning. Check out the Benefits this position offers! Job Advertisement: Seeking enthusiastic instructors to join us as we grow our Welding program on the Great Bend campus. Currently seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach blueprint ready and safety classes. Flexible scheduling available, to include day, afternoon and evening. Successful candidates should possess an associate degree or higher in welding and/or professional certification, and a minimum of two years of relevant professional employment, OSHA certification preferred but not required. Review of completed applications begins immediately. To apply go to: jobs.bartonccc.edu Persons with a hearing or speech impairment please use the Kansas Relay Service at 1-800-766-3777 or dial 711. Position is open until filled. EEO/AA.
See More Details >>Position Description: Adjunct faculty members are responsible for the design of course content including activities to assess student learning. They are further responsible for the facilitation of teaching and learning to college standards of excellence, student engagement, demonstration of professionalism and adherence to institutional policies and procedures. Adjunct faculty members teach within an assigned discipline; assignments may include traditional and/or alternative delivery methods and day, evening, and/or weekend classes. Adjunct faculty is a temporary employee on an as needed, class-by-class basis. Position Responsibilities: 5.00% - Prepare course syllabi following the master syllabus content and adding all other appropriate class policies including, but not limited to, evaluation/grading criteria, attendance policies and requirements and a course outline. 20.00% - Employ appropriate class structure including starting each class session with a review of previous days course content, an overview of the course content for the day, emphasizing main points through the lesson, using time wisely, maintaining discipline and control during the class session, and ending the class session with a summary and directions for the next class meeting. 20.00% - Utilize appropriate methods of instruction including providing well-designed materials, delivering well-planned lectures, using appropriate examples that are simple, clear and precise, inviting class discussion and employing non-lecture learning activities. 20.00% - Engage with students appropriately including soliciting and respecting student input, involving a variety of students, holding the attention of students being clearly understood, providing feedback and assisting students with their questions, showing enthusiasm, exhibiting sensitivity to students personal culture, gender differences and disabilities, and responding appropriately in a non-threatening, proactive manner. 15.00% - Chooses content that is well organized, explains concepts clearly, relates concepts to students experiences and selects learning experiences appropriate to level of learning. 5.00% - Complies with established college policies and procedures 5.00% - Attends meetings and events as required by College administration 5.00% - Responds in a timely manner to requests from College, division and program administrators 5.00% - Performs other duties as needed or assigned. Expectations: Serve on college committees as requested. Adjunct faculty members maintain a professional work environment and appearance. Adjunct faculty members demonstrate commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice, as well as personal and professional integrity. Adjunct faculty members cooperate with their colleagues across the instructional system as well as other college departments, supervisors, and administration in carrying out the mission of the College. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Experience - Teaching experience AND/OR work experience in program area preferred. Education - Academic qualifications vary according to instructional discipline using the Faculty Qualifying Credentials spreadsheet. A. For academic/transfer courses and programs, an appropriate graduate degree in the subject area is required; B. For vocational instructional programs, an undergraduate degree and/or appropriate certification(s) representing industry standards for employment in occupational/career is required. Other Skills - A. Must possess excellent knowledge in appropriate teaching field(s) as well as exceptional communication/people skills. B. Must be able to demonstrate excellent teaching skills that incorporate and attain measurable student learning outcomes. C. Must be able to interact professionally and effectively with faculty, administration, staff, students, and community. Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Regular exposure to favorable conditions such as those found in a normal office or classroom. Wages/Other: Adjunct faculty credentials are evaluated to ensure compliance with the Higher Learning Commissions Guidelines for Determining Qualified Faculty and detailed in the Faculty Qualifying Credentials document. All adjuncts must meet these criteria and are paid at the rate of $660 per credit hour rate. Adjuncts teaching fully online classes receive an additional $150 per credit hour pay for the additional work/responsibilities required of quality online learning.Check out the Benefits this position offers! Job Advertisement: Seeking enthusiastic instructors to join us as we grow our Welding program on the Great Bend campus. Currently seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach blueprint ready and safety classes. Flexible scheduling available, to include day, afternoon and evening. Successful candidates should possess an associate degree or higher in welding and/or professional certification, and a minimum of two years of relevant professional employment, OSHA certification preferred but not required. Review of completed applications begins immediately. To apply go to: jobs.bartonccc.edu Persons with a hearing or speech impairment please use the Kansas Relay Service at 1-800-766-3777 or dial 711. Position is open until filled. EEO/AA.
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