Welding – Instructor Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Academics
DATE: May 2026
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, Hourly, 9 months
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of Academics
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Student Employees; Work Study Students
POSITION NUMBER: F99999
SALARY RANGE: $20.00/hour
** WAGES COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE **
SUMMARY OF WORK: The Welding Instructor Assistant provides technical assistance to students in a classroom or laboratory setting and assists with teaching students according to established policies and procedures, under the supervision of the Welding Instructor. This position offers hands-on experience supporting student learning and skill development in a dynamic welding program.
JOB CHARACTERISTICS AND AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Maintains an effective and respectful working relationship with students; serves as a positive role model.
- Demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a technical environment.
- Promotes educational values in all student interactions.
- Maintains the confidentiality of student records in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
- Complies with all applicable laws and regulations related to higher education.
60% – Student Instruction & Tutoring
- Provides group instruction and one-on-one tutoring to students in the welding lab.
- Communicates and explains both familiar and new welding concepts to students with diverse backgrounds and varying skill levels.
- Adapts instructional approaches to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
35% – Equipment Assistance
- Assists students in the safe and proper use of welding equipment and tools.
- Demonstrates correct equipment operation techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitors student use of equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
5% – Lab Maintenance
- Keeps the welding lab clean, organized, and in a safe working condition.
- Reports equipment issues or supply needs to the supervising instructor.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- A minimum of one year of work experience as a welder, OR a welding degree or certificate from an accredited program.
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to students with varying levels of welding experience.
- Sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds.
- Commitment to student success and a positive learning environment.
- Must be able to take initiative and work independently as well as part of a team.
- Valid Montana driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a teacher, tutor, or lab assistant in an educational setting.
- Familiarity with OSHA welding safety standards and practices.
- Experience working with diverse student populations in a post-secondary environment.