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Instructor - Welding (FT Temporary)

On-site$47k – $53k
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Position Title: Instructor - Welding (FT Temporary)

Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time

Department: Welding

Campus: West Hills Center

Salary Grade: Criteria in the collective bargaining agreement determine the position rank of teaching faculty. The salary range based on the established rank is between $46,781 - $52,940 for 10-month teaching positions. Ranking is determined by educational level and specific relevant experience. 

Remote Work Option: Fully In-Person (May be subject to change)

Additional Information: This position will remain open until filled. However, in order to ensure consideration for an interview, please submit your completed application, cover letter and resume by no later than 7/14/26. The College cannot guarantee that application materials received after this date will be considered or reviewed.

Work Hours: Standard College hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Additional hours, including evening and weekend hours, may be needed to meet the needs of the department.

General Summary:  The primary responsibilities of the faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. 

Requirements: 

High school diploma or GED required and 8 years’ experience with AWS, ASME and API certifications for select courses.
Associate’s degree preferred.
Full-time faculty require all welding certifications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 
Knowledge of:
Educational pedagogy
Course Management System (i.e. Blackboard
Microsoft Office suite
Discipline-specific technologies
Skills and Abilities:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently and in a group

Duties:

1.   Primary Responsibilities: the primary responsibilities of faculty are to teach and develop curriculum.
2.   Learning Experiences: Create and deliver learning experiences that support students in achieving the learning outcomes outlined in the Master Course Syllabus.
3.   Teaching Strategies: Employ teaching methods to design and maintain an engaging and effective learning environment.
4.   Assess and Support Student Learning: Assess student progress and provide feedback to promote growth and academic success.
5.   Classroom Environment: Cultivate a classroom environment that reflects the college’s mission, values, and goals.
6.   Curriculum Development: Participate in program and discipline activities related to curriculum development and implementation.
7.   Program Review and Strategic Planning: Contribute to program reviews and strategic planning by offering recommendations on curriculum, staffing, facilities, and equipment to support continuous improvement and future growth.
8.   Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional development to deepen expertise in the discipline, enhance instructional strategies, and remain informed about emerging trends in education.
9.   Educational Technology: Effectively integrate relevant educational technology tools into teaching.
10. Institutional Goals: Participate in department, division, campus, and college meetings and committees, supporting institutional goals and initiatives.
11. Office Hours: Maintain weekly office hours as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
12. Other Duties: Perform other related duties as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Job Open Date: 6/25/2026

Job Close Date:

Benefits:

At CCAC, we take pride in offering an exceptional benefits package designed to support our employees’ personal and professional well-being:

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option.
  • Generous Time Off: Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position, along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance. These benefits vary and may include vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay, as well as options like collegial coverage for faculty.
  • Retirement Planning: Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension.
  • Financial Peace of Mind: Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance, short/long-term disability, and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
  • Wellness Support: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support, with resources to address personal and professional challenges.
  • Educational Support: Take advantage of tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career.
  • Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: Save on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more!
  • Additional Advantages: Free employee parking to make your commute easier.

Job Category: Faculty/Counselor/Librarian/Ed Tech/Academic Advisor

Job Slot: temp

Clearances:  Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available here.

Transcripts: Applicants must electronically attach scanable unofficial transcripts when applying to this posting. 

Company at a glance

The Community College of Allegheny County is the largest institution of postsecondary higher education in Pennsylvania. The college serves nearly 30,000 credit students through more than 150 degree and certificate programs and offers thousands of lifelong learning non-credit and workforce development courses to 17,000 students annually. Incorporating a learning-centered environment committed to the future of the region, CCAC continues to expand its reach through innovative programming and accessible instruction offered via convenient day, evening, weekend and online courses.

With four campuses and four centers serving Allegheny County and surrounding communities,CCAC endeavors to fulfill its mission to provide affordableaccess to quality education and offer a dynamic, diverse and supportive learning environment that prepares the region’s residents for academic, professional and personal success in our changing global society

Founded1966
Team Size1,001-5,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryHigher Education
Location
Oakdale, Pennsylvania, United States
Websiteccac.edu
LinkedInLinkedIn

Top Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Vacation
  • Personal days
  • Sick pay
  • Holiday pay
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • State-defined benefit pension
  • Group life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition waivers
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee perks and rewards
  • Free employee parking

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