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Welding Instructor for Certification Course in Adult Education
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An Adult Basic Education or Literacy Instructor works with adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in reading, writing and math. Helps students to learn English or gain a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Assesses students' educational levels, skills and goals, and differentiates instruction as needed for adults at different levels in one class. May focus on basic skills as needed for a particular occupation, or assist students with developing study skills or job search skills, or help students connect with social services.
$61,496 / year median in Massachusetts
+2% projected growth
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To Be Determined Job Description Basic Welding, Tig Welding, Welding Certification Course. Program start/end dates to be determined. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - 4 PM to 9:30 PM 200 Hrs Approx. 13 Weeks The Welding Instructor provides hands-on and classroom instruction to adult learners enrolled in the school's adult education welding program. The instructor prepares students with entry-level welding skills aligned with industry standards, safety regulations, and workforce needs. Instruction may include shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW/MIG), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW), and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW/TIG). The instructor supports adult learners in developing the technical competencies, safety awareness, and employability skills required for employment in the welding and metal fabrication industries. Key Responsibilities Instruction & Curriculum- Deliver classroom and shop instruction in welding theory, safety, and practical welding techniques.
- Teach welding processes including SMAW (stick), MIG, TIG, and FCAW.
- Demonstrate proper equipment setup, material preparation, and welding procedures.
- Integrate blueprint reading, metallurgy basics, and fabrication skills into instruction.
- Align training with industry standards such as those from the American Welding Society. Student Support
- Assess students' skill levels and adapt instruction for adult learners with varied backgrounds.
- Provide individualized coaching and feedback during shop work.
- Track student attendance, progress, and competencies.
- Prepare students for entry-level welding employment and possible certification exams. Safety & Shop Management
- Enforce strict adherence to OSHA and shop safety procedures.
- Maintain welding equipment, tools, and training materials.
- Ensure safe use of welding machines, grinders, torches, and other shop equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment. Program Support
- Assist with curriculum updates to reflect current welding technologies and industry practices.
- Collaborate with program administrators on scheduling, program evaluation, and reporting.
- Support recruitment, orientation, and retention of adult learners.
- Maintain accurate records of student performance and program outcomes.