Adjunct Instructor, Welding (Ashe Campus)

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Position Information

Job Title Adjunct Instructor, Welding (Ashe Campus) Job Description

The Adjunct Welding Instructor provides part-time instruction for courses within the Welding program of study under the direction of the Lead Instructor. This position is based at Wilkes Community College's Ashe Campus/Ashe County High School and supports students in developing the knowledge and technical skills needed for success in the welding field.

Full Time or Part Time Part Time Essential Duties Summary

Job Duties Include:

• Provide high-quality classroom and hands-on instruction in assigned welding courses.
• Prepare and deliver instruction in accordance with established course objectives, curriculum, and program requirements.
• Demonstrate welding techniques, equipment use, and safe work practices appropriate to the courses being taught.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and effective learning environment in the classroom and welding lab.
• Evaluate student learning through assignments, skills demonstrations, projects, and other appropriate methods.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and other required instructional records.
• Provide timely feedback and support to help students develop their academic and technical skills.
• Communicate regularly with the Lead Instructor regarding student progress, instructional needs, equipment, and program matters.
• Ensure welding tools, equipment, and instructional materials are used properly and safely.
• Follow applicable college policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Participate in required meetings, training, and other activities related to the instructional assignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the Welding program and the mission of Wilkes Community College.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications:

• Diploma in Welding.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant welding industry experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in welding, as evidenced by education, training, and/or professional experience.
• Ability to effectively direct, assess, and evaluate student learning and hands-on welding performance.
• Knowledge of educational theory and instructional techniques appropriate for teaching technical and hands-on skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work successfully with students of varying levels of experience and ability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience at the community college level.

Physical Demands

Work is primarily performed under general supervision in an office or classroom setting with appropriate climate controls. Travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required.

Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, incumbents may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, or handle.

Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills are important.

Salary Grade Salary $32.75 for Diploma, $33.20 for Associates, $35.18 for Bachelors, $36.93 per hour for Masters degree

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 10573P Open Date 10/27/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Desired Start Date 01/04/2027 Review Start Date Special Instructions to Applicants

The applicant must complete the Wilkes Community College online application process, which includes a cover letter, a resume, three professional references, including a current supervisor, and unofficial college transcripts (if hired, official college transcripts will be required). The applicant must be able to successfully pass a background check. Note: You will be contacted before any references are checked.

If you have questions about the position, please contact Jamie Reavis, Chair of Transportation Technologies/Lead Instructor of Collision Repair, at ljreavis691@wilkescc.edu or 336-838-6192.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have at least 3-5 years work experience in the related field?

• Yes

• No

• • What is the highest level of education attained?

• GED

• High School Diploma

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree

• PHD

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Wilkes Community College Website

• North Carolina Community College Website

• College Employee

• Local Newspaper

• Facebook

• LinkedIn

• Other

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Certification
• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Letter of Recommendation #2
• Letter of Recommendation #3