Adjunct Instructor - Welding
Daley College
Daley College is currently seeking a Welding Part-Time Lecturer. If you have passion for teaching and learning and are committed to the mission of the community college, consider joining our team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in the classroom by developing and using effective teaching strategies that meet students’ diverse needs and engage the students in critical thinking and problem-solving.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
·Design courses to meet learning outcomes and promote students’ active participation in their own learning.
·Create an effective learning environment that fosters students’ intellectual curiosity and helps students to problem solve using discipline-specific thinking strategies.
·Employ a variety of formative and summative assessments to ensure that classroom instruction leads to student learning and the attainment of the student learning outcomes for the course.
·Help students reach their academic, personal and career goals and foster a safe environment that respects the diversity of people and ideas by modeling respect for all students and conveying confidence in every student’s ability to learn.
·Contribute to and provide leadership in their academic and professional communities and promote collaboration and teamwork among members of these communities.
Qualifications -
·Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Engineering or a related technical field and knowledge of welding applications in manufacturing and at least one industry credential from the American Welding Society and at least one other credential from the American Welding Society, the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC), the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), the American Society of Quality, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers or an electrician’s license from the City of Chicago (will count as two industry credentials) or an IBEW journeyman’s card (will count as two industry credentials);
·Or Eight years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years of experience in welding and at least one industry credential from the American Welding Society and at least one other credential from the American Welding Society, the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC), the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), the American Society of Quality, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers or an electrician’s license from the City of Chicago (will count as two industry credentials) or an IBEW journeyman’s card (will count as two industry credentials).
The salary range for this position is $800.00 - $943.00 per contact hour. The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale. Benefits information is found athttps://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for your interest in CCC!
Freqently Asked Questions
Chicago employers favor credentials like the American Welding Society certifications, Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) credentials, or even an electrician’s license issued by the City of Chicago. These prove technical expertise essential for teaching welding courses effectively at community colleges.
Such instructors design curricula focusing on practical skills and problem-solving, integrating hands-on welding techniques with assessments that verify mastery. This approach encourages student engagement and prepares them for real-world manufacturing environments.
Yes, instructors often adapt teaching strategies to diverse student backgrounds, balancing foundational skills with advanced welding concepts. Additionally, aligning lessons to industry standards while fostering a respectful classroom culture is key in urban education settings.
City Colleges of Chicago emphasizes community engagement and practical skill application. Their adjunct roles prioritize fostering intellectual curiosity and teamwork, blending technical welding expertise with leadership in academic communities, which may surpass typical adjunct roles elsewhere.
While part-time, adjunct instructors receive pay ranging approximately from $800 to $943 per contact hour, aligned with the college’s salary scale. Benefits details are transparent via the college’s benefits department, providing clarity about adjunct employment perks.
Chicago’s manufacturing history bolsters steady demand for qualified welding adjuncts, driven by community colleges like Daley College. This contrasts with smaller cities where such specialized technical teaching roles might be scarcer or less diverse.
Beyond standard welding certifications, holding an electrician’s license from Chicago or an IBEW journeyman’s card can fulfill multiple credential requirements, reflecting local regulatory preferences and boosting an instructor’s qualification profile.
Candidates typically need a bachelor’s degree in industrial or manufacturing technology or substantial industry experience. Supplementing this with at least two recognized certifications, such as AWS credentials, ensures competency in both education and practical welding skills.
This position offers a platform to refine instructional techniques, contribute to academic leadership, and expand professional networks. It can serve as a springboard for permanent faculty roles or specialized industry training positions in Illinois.
Typical compensation ranges from $800 to $943 per contact hour, reflecting Chicago’s competitive pay scale for technical adjunct roles. This rate considers the city’s cost of living and the specialized skill set required for welding instruction.
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