Industrial Trades Instructor

Position: Full-Time Industrial Trades Instructor

Aaniiih Nakoda College is seeking an Industrial Trades Instructor. The instructor shall assist with recruiting and retaining students in this program. The instructor shall maintain current knowledge of research, practice, and trends in the industrial trades field(s). The instructor shall actively participate in college life and activities. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The instructor is responsible for teaching students in classroom and field environments. Under the supervision of the Dean of Academic Affairs. The Industrial Trades Instructor will:

·        Teach approximately 12-15 credit hours per semester;

·        Coordinate student projects;

·        Supervise students in the welding and carpentry shops;

·        Serve as the academic advisor to students in the Industrial Trades Program;

·        Maintain both the welding and carpentry shops;

·        Serve on the Curriculum Committee and other committees as assigned;

·        Perform program assessment activities;

·        Ensure that practicum machines are well-maintained;

·        Ensure that textbooks and materials are ordered in a timely manner;

·        Be willing to work with a full range of college students.

Knowledge and Skills

·        Knowledge of and unreserved commitment to Aaniiih Nakoda College’s mission and educational philosophy;

·        Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the field of carpentry and welding

·        Clear understanding of community service instruction;

·        Knowledge of student advising and transcript evaluation;

·        Ability to teach and supervise students in classroom and shop settings; and the

·        Ability to integrate academic and cultural understanding.

·        Teaching Responsibilities

·        The Industrial Trades Instructor will be responsible for teaching some of the following courses (see college catalog for course semester schedule):

AST 120  Small Engines (2)

CAR 101 Beginning Carpentry (2)

CAR 102 Small Scale Build Design (3)

CAR 121 Walls and Stairs Framing (3)

CAR 130 Sheet Rocking (3)

CAR 142 Intro to Wood Working (3)

CAR 143 Woodworking Fundamentals (2)

CAR 160 Advanced Carpentry (3)

CAR 205 Log Furniture (3)

DDSN 113 Drafting (2)

M 101Technical Math (2)

WLD 101 Welding Theory (2)

WLD 102 Shielded Arc Welding (3)

WLD 104 Blueprint Reading (2)

WLD 114 MIG Welding (3)

WLD 180 Welding Certification I (3)

WLD 205 Adv. Welding & Machining (3)

WLD 253 CNC Burn Table (3)

WLD 260 Repair and Maintenance Welding (3)

WLD 280 Welding Certification II (3)

Qualifications

·        Master’s degree in Trade and Industrial Education or Industrial Technology (doctorate preferred);

·        Minimum two years of teaching experience in industrial trades/technology field;

·        Evidence of strong laboratory and field experience(s);

·        Strong background in post-secondary education;

·        Strong communication skills and a sincere desire to work at a tribal college; and

·        Valid driver’s license and insurability.