Full Time Instructor, Welding

Victorville, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 67886 - 142425

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Basic Functions

FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 10 2026

FAIR LABOR STANDARS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT

VOLUNTARY REASSIGNMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE FIRST

7 WORKING DAYS (FULL TIME FACULTY ONLY)

FEBRUARY 5 2026 AT 5:00 PM

10-MONTH TENURE TRACK POSITION

COMPENSATION:

Initial salary placement ranges from $67886 to $106308 based upon education and experience. The current faculty salary schedule includes five classes and twenty steps with a maximum annual salary of $142425.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - Comprehensive benefit package which includes:

District paid medical dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
District paid $50000 life insurance policy for the employee.
Participation in CalSTRS Teachers Retirement System.

For the most updated information please visit our benefits web page.

Representative Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Teach a full load of classes in welding to prepare students to become certified welders with special emphasis on safety practices and quality.

Develop and teach the full range of classes from basics to certification including but not limited to: oxy-fuel gas welding and cutting SMAW GTAW FCAW GMAW layout and fabrication blueprint reading and the arc cutting methods of air carbon arc and plasma.

Participate in curriculum development program evaluation course revision instructional material development departmental planning budget development and manage the learning facilities/equipment.

Serve on division and college-wide committees.

Advise students on career and academic matters.

Implement college policies and procedures and adhere to state federal and local health safety and environmental regulations.

Engage in professional development activities.

Serve as liaison with the local/regional business and industry community. Serve as a resource for economic development and workforce development initiatives within our community.

Maintain student records required office hours and submit required documents in accordance with published deadlines.

Participate in outreach and articulation activities to local agencies and other educational institutions.

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of our students.

Demonstrate creativity and innovation in meeting the learning needs of our students.

Maintain technical and professional competency in the field.

Maintain a clean well-organized welding shop. Recruit students to welding program.

Stay current with state of the art welding technology processes and equipment.

Participating in assessment evaluation and planning of Student Learning Outcomes and Program Learning Outcomes Program Review Curriculum Development.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any bachelors degree and two (2) years of professional experience OR any associate degree and six (6) years of professional experience in Welding or related field OR the equivalent.

Must have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Current welding certification.

Working knowledge of codes and inspection within AWS ASME and API.

Working knowledge of non-destructive and destructive testing.

Working knowledge of common welding processes weld inspection and testing metallurgy quality equipment and trouble shooting.

Industrial experience as Welding Technician

Possession of current AWS Certified Welding Inspector License

We will be using the guidelines set by the Academic Affairs Division of the Chancellors Office California Community Colleges. See their website: California Community Colleges for the most current minimum qualifications for faculty in California Community Colleges. The Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook can be viewed at: Minimum Qualifications CaliforniaCommunity Colleges Chancellors Office ()

If you have additional questions please contact Human Resources directly at Ext.2500.

Some specialized courses may require specific certificates (must meet minimum content requirements specified by outside/other agencies based on accreditation).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Office classroom lab and/or on-line environment. Position requires ability to communicate and exchange information. The assignment may include day weekend and/or evening classes on campus and/or at off campus locations. Position requires ability and schedule flexibility to accommodate active participation in College and Department Outreach Events such as College and Career Fairs and College and Community Presentations.

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of developing course syllabi
Knowledge of fostering inclusive environments for student learning
Knowledge of integrating accessible practices into course design and teaching strategies
Knowledge and ability to teach and support students across multiple modalities including online hybrid remote HyFlex and correspondence while maintaining engagement and accessibility.
Knowledge and ability to maintain compliance with all third-party accrediting bodies by keeping required credentials certifications and regulatory standards current when applicable.

Ability to:

Ability to work effectively in person through clear communication collaboration and adaptability in diverse professional settings.
Demonstrated ability to remain current in ones discipline through ongoing professional development research and engagement with emerging trends and best practices.
Ability to use advanced technology in the classroom
Ability to use Canvas or other LMS platforms
Ability to interact with others (faculty staff students administration)

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

VISA
Victor Valley Community College does not sponsor Visas such as H1B Visas.

To be considered a candidate for this position all materials required should be received in the Victor Valley College Office of Human Resources by the First Review Date. If a file is not complete by the First Review Date the application may not be considered by the Screening Committee.

It is the applicants responsibility to ensure that all requested materials are received. All material included in the application packet become District property will not be returned and will not be copied.

All information qualifying an applicant for the position must be included on the Victor Valley College application. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application that applicant will be disqualified.

Please note the only form of communication you will receive throughout the recruiting and hiring process will be through email. It is your responsibility to check your email for any upcoming testing and/or interview dates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Please note that the information provided on the application must be complete and will be the only information used to determine qualifications for the position. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application that applicant will be disqualified.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability to assist with completing an application please contact the Human Resources Department before the listed closing date at extension 2500 or by email at .

A complete file consists of allof the following:

1. A completed Victor Valley College application electronic form.
2. A letter expressing interest in the position.
3. A Resume or CV
4. Copies of transcripts showing college degrees and coursework. NOTE:Degrees must be from an accredited institution. It is the responsibility of the candidate to include U.S. evaluations of non-U.S. transcripts with their application. Link to-State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: may check your status at any time by logging into Victor Valley College Online Application Site at with your username and password.

Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position must apply for each position separately.

Victor Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Trustees is committed to supporting recruitment activities that are intentional professional development opportunities that are meaningful and instructional processes that support the goals of equal opportunity equity and diversity by providing equal consideration for all qualified candidates including but not limited to federally and state protected class race color national origin disability (mental and physical including HIV/AIDS cancer and genetic characteristics) ancestry sex/gender (includes pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions) gender identity gender expression sexual orientation religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices) age (over 40) marital status medical condition (genetic characteristics cancer or a record or history of cancer) military or veteran status and genetic information.

Required Experience:

Basic FunctionsFIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 10 2026FAIR LABOR STANDARS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPTVOLUNTARY REASSIGNMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE FIRST7 WORKING DAYS (FULL TIME FACULTY ONLY)FEBRUARY 5 2026 AT 5:00 PM10-MONTH TENURE TRACK POSITIONCOMPENSATION:Initial salary pl...