Instructor - ASN
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Nursing & Allied Health
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month
Salary:
Duties and Responsibilities: • Understands and adheres to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System policies, as well as those policies and procedures in the SOWELA Technical Community College Faculty Handbook.
• Understands and adheres to all laws pertaining to disclosure of student records. • Understands and adheres to the professional scope, standards, codes, rules and regulations of Professional Governing Bodies: o American Nurses Association o Louisiana State Board of Nursing o Nurses Code of Ethics o Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
• Teaching and Direct Instructional Activities
o Course materials are prepared using evidence-based resources (textbooks, instructional aids, online resources, and materials).
o Teaching plans are organized and available for course presentation.
o Course time organized to be accomplished in the allotted time.
o Instruction provided to individual students and groups appropriate to the needs and requirements of activities being performed.
o Attends class on time and if unable to attend; ensures alternate method of course delivery is available for students.
o Able to deliver course content in a clear, concise manner that enhances student learning.
o Demonstrates varied methods of course content delivery and use of instructional aids.
o Provides adequate resources that enable students to successfully complete assignments.
o Content expert in subject matter.
o Promotes discussion among students as well as learning and individual initiative.
o Provides constructive feedback in a timely manner on tests and assignments.
o Provides fair grading of student course work.
o Oversees students' clinical practice.
▪ Ensures clinical site will allow students to gain clinical experience for course content and enhance clinical judgment.
▪ Orients self and student to clinical facility policies and procedures.
▪ Evaluates student performance in the clinical setting.
▪ Participates in pre- and post- conference experiences.
• Service to Students, Department, Division or College
o Maintains office hours as required.
o Submits reports and performs required record-keeping functions in a timely and dependable manner.
o Participates in School of Nursing and Allied Health (SoNAH) monthly meetings and standing committees as assigned. May include serving as committee chair.
o Accepts SoNAH service assignments such as recruiting, pinning and graduation activities.
o Professionally represents the institution in college-related outreach activities.
o May serve on advisory boards/committees.
o May apply academic expertise in the local, state or national community.
o May sponsor student activities or groups.
o Participates in workshop and seminars.
o Assists students with advising and counseling activities related to academic, career and job placement areas.
• Professional Development Activities
o Attends conferences, seminars and workshops that enhance expertise in areas of teaching responsibilities.
o Participates in professional organizations.
o Acts as a role model for nursing students.
o Develops and maintains professional and collegial relationships.
o Communicates on professional matters with media, government agencies and other professional bodies when asked.
Required Education: • Master's degree in Nursing or higher.
Required Experience: • Nursing experience of two years in the concentration hired to teach (Medical-Surgical, Maternal Child, Pediatrics, Mental Health)
• Must meet faculty qualifications through LSBN and clinical agencies.
• Must maintain a current, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in Louisiana or one of the Compact Member States.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to use a computer for composing, storing and retrieving information.
• Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and networked personal computers.
• Proficiency in a variety of software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations needed to complete job tasks.
• Skilled at planning, organizing, and prioritizing job duties to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining interpersonal professional working relationship at all levels - students, peers, and Executives.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Preferred Education:
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Preschool Soccer Instructor
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
Benefits:
Part-Time
Paid Training
Flexible schedule
Who we are: Soccer Shots is an engaging introduction-to-soccer program fueled by coaches who have a passion for positively impacting children. Our program focuses on age-appropriate soccer skills and character development in a fun, energetic way.
Don't know much about soccer? No problem! While it is helpful to have some knowledge of soccer, it is not essential.
Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours available!
Soccer Shots coaches are:
Excited about working with toddlers and preschool-aged children
Responsible and reliable
Able to connect with, be patient with, and motivate children
Energetic and creative
Excellent communicators
Schedule flexibility:
Coach classes that fit your schedule
Schedules are consistent: you will work classes at the same time and location each week
Mondays through Fridays: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Mondays through Fridays: 2:15 to 5:30 pm
We provide:
Compensation: Competitive hourly pay, with additional pay for class preparation time and classes coached 20+ miles from your primary residence
Raises: Performance-based pay increases
Bonuses: Core Value bonuses
Training: Paid training hours to learn our curriculum, developmentally appropriate coaching techniques, and best practices.
Flexibility: Opportunities to change availability from season to season (every ~2 months).
Career progression: We love to promote from within and provide staff opportunities for increased responsibility and career experience (program administration, marketing, partnerships).
All equipment needed to coach: just show up to class with your provided equipment bag.
Your role:
Making learning fun with your enthusiasm and creativity.
Engaging children ages 2-6.
Teaching groups of 4-10 kids for a 25-35 minute class.
Arriving to class on time and attending all scheduled classes.
Utilizing provided class curriculum to teach soccer.
Keeping accurate attendance and complete after-session report.
Our Core Values:
We Care: We care about what kids care about & what parents care about
We Own It: We own our customers' experience & our staff's experience
We Grow: We grow both individually & collectively
Join our coaching team and make a difference through soccer!
Compensation: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour
Auto-ApplyInstructor - ASN
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA Department: Academic Affairs Sub department: School of Nursing & Allied Health Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month Salary: {sSalary} Duties and Responsibilities: • Understands and adheres to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System policies, as well as those policies and procedures in the SOWELA Technical Community College Faculty Handbook.
* Understands and adheres to all laws pertaining to disclosure of student records. • Understands and adheres to the professional scope, standards, codes, rules and regulations of Professional Governing Bodies: o American Nurses Association o Louisiana State Board of Nursing o Nurses Code of Ethics o Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
* Teaching and Direct Instructional Activities
o Course materials are prepared using evidence-based resources (textbooks, instructional aids, online resources, and materials).
o Teaching plans are organized and available for course presentation.
o Course time organized to be accomplished in the allotted time.
Instruction provided to individual students and groups appropriate to the needs and requirements of activities being performed.
o Attends class on time and if unable to attend; ensures alternate method of course delivery is available for students.
o Able to deliver course content in a clear, concise manner that enhances student learning.
o Demonstrates varied methods of course content delivery and use of instructional aids.
o Provides adequate resources that enable students to successfully complete assignments.
o Content expert in subject matter.
o Promotes discussion among students as well as learning and individual initiative.
o Provides constructive feedback in a timely manner on tests and assignments.
o Provides fair grading of student course work.
o Oversees students' clinical practice.
Ensures clinical site will allow students to gain clinical experience for course content and enhance clinical judgment.
Orients self and student to clinical facility policies and procedures.
Evaluates student performance in the clinical setting.
Participates in pre- and post- conference experiences.
* Service to Students, Department, Division or College
o Maintains office hours as required.
o Submits reports and performs required record-keeping functions in a timely and dependable manner.
o Participates in School of Nursing and Allied Health (SoNAH) monthly meetings and standing committees as assigned. May include serving as committee chair.
o Accepts SoNAH service assignments such as recruiting, pinning and graduation activities.
o Professionally represents the institution in college-related outreach activities.
o May serve on advisory boards/committees.
o May apply academic expertise in the local, state or national community.
o May sponsor student activities or groups.
o Participates in workshop and seminars.
o Assists students with advising and counseling activities related to academic, career and job placement areas.
* Professional Development Activities
o Attends conferences, seminars and workshops that enhance expertise in areas of teaching responsibilities.
o Participates in professional organizations.
o Acts as a role model for nursing students.
o Develops and maintains professional and collegial relationships.
o Communicates on professional matters with media, government agencies and other professional bodies when asked.
Required Education: • Master's degree in Nursing or higher.
Required Experience: • Nursing experience of two years in the concentration hired to teach (Medical-Surgical, Maternal Child, Pediatrics, Mental Health)
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to use a computer for composing, storing and retrieving information.
* Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and networked personal computers.
* Proficiency in a variety of software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
* Oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to perform basic mathematical computations needed to complete job tasks.
* Skilled at planning, organizing, and prioritizing job duties to meet deadlines.
* Maintaining interpersonal professional working relationship at all levels - students, peers, and Executives.
Required Licenses or Certifications: • Must meet faculty qualifications through LSBN and clinical agencies.
* Must maintain a current, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in Louisiana or one of the Compact Member States.
Preferred Education:
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: {sTAOther9}
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - Biology
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Arts & Sciences
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Salary: {sSalary}
Duties and Responsibilities: • Utilizes the approved curriculum. Develops clearly stated course objectives and learning outcomes. Ensures the objectives and content of the courses taught are current.
• Supports department assessment initiatives.
• Uses and updates the required course management system.
• Meets deadlines and evaluates student work in a timely manner including submitting Show/No Show reports, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Understands and adheres to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System policies, as well as those policies and procedures in the SOWELA Technical Community College Faculty Handbook.
• Understands and adheres to all laws pertaining to disclosure of student records.
• Teaching and Direct Instructional Activities
o Responsible for directing, evaluating, and reporting student progress toward course objectives and for the periodic review and updating of course material.
o Course materials are prepared using evidence-based resources (textbooks, instructional aids, online resources, and materials) to meet the outlined course learning objectives.
o Teaching plans are organized and available for course presentation.
o Course time organized to be accomplished in the allotted time.
o Instruction provided to individual students and groups appropriate to the needs and requirements of activities being performed.
o Attends class on time and if unable to attend; ensures alternate method of course delivery is available for students.
o Able to deliver course content in a clear, concise manner that enhances student learning.
o Demonstrates varied methods of course content delivery and use of instructional aids.
o Provides adequate resources that enable students to successfully complete assignments.
o Content expert in subject matter.
o Promotes discussion among students as well as learning and individual initiative.
o Provides constructive feedback in a timely manner on tests and assignments.
o Provides fair grading of student course work.
o Assists with recording/tracking student completion, placement and retention rates.
• Service to Students, Department, Division or College
o Maintains office hours as required.
o Submits reports and performs required record-keeping functions in a timely and dependable manner.
o Assists with measurement of program and course student learning outcomes.
o Professionally represents the institution in college-related outreach activities.
o May serve on advisory boards/committees.
o May apply academic expertise in the local, state or national community.
o May sponsor student activities or groups.
o Participates in workshop and seminars.
o Assists students with advising and counseling activities related to academic, career and job placement areas.
• Professional Development Activities
o Attends conferences, seminars and workshops that enhance expertise in areas of teaching responsibilities.
o Participates in professional organizations.
o Develops and maintains professional and collegial relationships.
o Communicates on professional matters with media, government agencies and other professional bodies when asked.
Required Education: Master's degree in biology or master's degree with 18 graduate hours in biology or related area with an emphasis on anatomical & physiological course work
• Applicants must meet credentialing guidelines for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Required Experience: • Successful experience in post-secondary teaching is preferred.
• Successful experience in distance-learning experience is preferred.
• Successful experience in teaching hybrid and/or compressed video courses is preferred.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Superior communication skills.
• Ability to relate to students, other faculty, and college staff.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to be a team player and possess a high-energy level and a positive attitude.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to use a computer for composing, storing, and retrieving information.
• Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and networked personal computers.
• Proficiency in a variety of software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations needed to complete job tasks.
• Skilled at planning, organizing, and prioritizing job duties to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining interpersonal professional working relationship at all levels - students, peers, and Executives.
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - CDL
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Workforce Development
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Duties and Responsibilities: • Acts as chief advocate for the CDL program and presents a positive image of the CDL program and the College to both internal and external customers
• Meets regularly with the Director of Operations to communicate all activities within area of responsibility
• Assists with recruitment efforts for the CDL program and coordinates with other Workforce Solutions staff members as well as institutional advancement and financial aid teams
• Assures that promotional material (including website) is current, accurate and available
• Schedules course sections to align with employment opportunities provided by business and industry partners
• Conduct behind-the-wheel training and evaluate student progression on a consistent basis. Ensure that each driver masters the functions of all driving functions, including lane control, shifting, axle weights, etc.
• Coordinates resources as necessary to keep course on schedule
• Develop or support the development of curriculum as needed
• Specifies equipment and supplies to be ordered within an established budget and in compliance with State and College regulations
• Monitors equipment and maintains an inventory of equipment and supplies
• Cleans, adjusts, and repairs equipment as needed
• Ensures a neat, well-organized, and safe office, classroom, and laboratory environment
• Assists with the budgeting process
• Collaborates with instructor(s) to maintain the membership of an active and engaged program advisory committee
• Plans, chairs, and ensures the documentation of advisory committee meetings twice each year
• Effectively communicates advisory committee recommendations
• Performs other work as assigned
Required Education: • High school Diploma or GED equivalent.
Required Experience: • Current CDL (Class A) license and 3+ consecutive years of recent truck driving experience required.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures related to FMCSA and DOT.
• National and Regional Accreditation standards related to CVO Driver Training.
• Effectively evaluate situations and make decisions
• Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with a diverse group of individuals, both internally and externally
• Maintain a task orientation and a high attention to detail
• Communicate effectively and efficiently both written and verbally
Required Licenses or Certifications: • CDL Class A
Preferred Education: • Associates Degree's from an accredited college or university
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: {sTAOther9}
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - Industrial Chemical Lab Technology
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Industrial Technology
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Salary: {sSalary}
Duties and Responsibilities: • Develops course curriculum, course handouts, lectures, lab exercises, and presentations prior to scheduled course times. Works with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing, and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate.
• Organizes instruction in classrooms and laboratories as evidenced by adequate and clearly stated course outlines, learning objectives, learning outcomes, lesson plans, competency assessments, and instructional materials such as textbooks, instruction sheets, and/or electronic resources available.
• Posts and maintains on campus hours to facilitate interaction with students, other faculty, staff, administrators, and the public.
• Maintains and submits accurate student grades and attendance records in accordance with institutional policies and established deadlines.
• Helps students to achieve their educational goals through formal and/or informal advising.
• Responsible for follow-up data of students within the assigned program(s) of instruction such as student completions, graduate job placement and student retention rates ensuring compliance with accrediting agencies and institutional standards.
• Continually monitor follow-up data from student completers, employers, and advisory board committees to evaluate information for continual quality improvement and program effectiveness.
• Remains current in academic or program discipline, including attending professional conferences, and maintaining licensure, certification, or continuing education requirements where appropriate.
• Receives training or stays current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning.
• Attends and participates at all commencement ceremonies.
• Attends departmental, divisional, and college-wide meetings.
• Participates in college professional development activities.
• Participates in local business and industry activities where appropriate.
• Mentor and/or assist in orienting new faculty either formally or informally.
• Utilizes advisory committee(s) to ensure that desirable, relevant, and current practices of the occupation are being taught.
• Other duties as deemed necessary.
Required Education: • Bachelor degree in the program of instruction or related field.
Required Experience: • At least three (3) years of relevant work experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Adheres to all laws pertaining to disclosure of student records.
• Adheres to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) and SOWELA Technical Community College policies.
• Be available to students via email, phone, and/or personal conferences. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly communicated to supervisors and to students through the course syllabus each semester.
• Thorough knowledge of skillsets and competencies relevant to the program(s) of instruction.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and written, at all levels.
• Ability to use the internet and computer software program(s) for instructional tasks, organization of records, assessment methods, and internal/external communication.
• Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information from intentional or unintentional disclosure.
• Ability to make independent decisions demonstrating good judgment.
• Demonstrates professional work ethic expectations (appearance, attendance, teamwork, promptness, cooperation, etc.).
• Projects a professional attitude towards other faculty, staff, and students.
• Facilitates student learning, provides effective instruction, and performs evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes.
• Maintains current standard reference books, periodicals, and manuals of a business, professional, technical, and industrial nature to facilitate the educational program objectives.
• Cooperates and collaborates with other agencies to promote technical and community college education.
• Maintains a safe and secure classroom/lab environment conducive to effective learning.
• Ensures all instructional equipment and supplies meet safety standards.
• Requests adequate equipment and supplies in a timely manner to support program instruction.
• Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and networked personal computers.
• Proficiency in or ability to become proficient in a variety of software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations needed to complete job tasks.
• Skilled at planning, organizing, and prioritizing job duties to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining interpersonal professional working relationship at all levels - students, peers, and Executives.
• Frequent (50% or more) sitting, standing, and walking.
• Lift and move items weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Reach, stoop, kneel, and crouch as required for filing and storage of office supplies and other work-related equipment.
• Personal computer and related equipment.
• Office equipment such as copier and telephone.
• Office environment.
• Read and interpret documents and data which may be in very small print.
• Work daily shifts Monday through Friday with occasional weekends and overtime as required.
• Travel as required as well as work at different campuses or locations as required.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested and made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Preferred Education: • Master's degree in the program of instruction.
• College level teaching experience or military equivalent.
Preferred Experience: • Three (3) years of industry leadership experience or military equivalent.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: {sTAOther9}
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - Accounting
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Business & Applied Technology
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Salary: {sSalary}
Duties and Responsibilities: • Teaches college-level accounting courses.
• Utilizes the Canvas Learning Management System.
• Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
• Demonstrates a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence.
• Prepares and utilizes the course syllabus and assessments for each course, following established institutional guidelines.
• Maintains access to students through posted office hours (virtual or on campus) and electronic communication; demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills.
• Checks and responds to emails daily.
• Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources.
• Evaluates students' performance through a variety of means to measure progress and keep them informed in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates a positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community.
• Attends meetings and prepares reports, as necessary.
• Other duties as required or assigned.
Required Education: • Master of Business Administration (MBA) plus 18 graduate hours in accounting or a Master of Accounting
• Must meet SACSCOC credentialing requirements
Required Experience: • One year teaching experience - face-to-face and online
• Three years of relevant work experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Adhere to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) policies.
• Must be able to instruct students in the completion of relevant projects.
• Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and computers, utilizing a variety of software, is essential and includes but is not limited to the Internet, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Must effectively and appropriately use technology in the curriculum.
• Creates a positive learning environment for students using innovative, effective, and diverse teaching methods to engage students in their own learning and enhance student success. Collaborate effectively with colleagues and students of various cultures (including traditional, non-traditional, and international students) and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Demonstrates and encourages professional growth and improvement. Demonstrates appropriate work ethic (attendance, cooperation, etc.). Projects a professional attitude. Maintains a professional appearance.
• Maintains current standard reference books, periodicals, and manuals of a business, professional, technical, and industrial nature to facilitate the educational program objectives.
• Maintains a healthy, safe, and secure classroom/lab environment. Posts emergency evacuation routes in case of natural or other disasters.
• Requests adequate equipment and supplies to support the program. Ensures all instructional equipment and supplies meet safety standards.
• Ensure tests and other means of assessing the achievement of students are sufficiently accurate.
• Individual must be a committed, motivated self-starter who is capable of initiating and completing work with little supervision and/or as a part of a team on larger projects.
• Promote technical and community college education. Ability to make independent decisions and demonstrate good judgment.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Preferred Education: • Proficiency in Canvas LMS
• QuickBooks Online certification
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: {sTAOther9}
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - Psychology
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Arts & Sciences
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Salary: {sSalary}
Duties and Responsibilities: • Utilizes the approved curriculum. Develops clearly stated course objectives and learning outcomes. Ensures the objectives and content of the courses taught are current.
• Keeps accurate classroom records.
• Supports department assessment initiatives.
• Uses and updates the required course management system.
• Meets deadlines and evaluates student work in a timely manner including submitting Show/No Show reports, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Other duties as required or assigned.
Required Education: • Doctoral or master's degree in Psychology; or master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology is required.
Required Experience:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • All positions require superior communication skills, the ability to relate to students, other faculty, and college staff, and the ability to handle a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• The successful applicant will be a team player, have strong leadership skills, and possess a high-energy level and a positive attitude.
• The ability to assist students with college-readiness skills is desired.
Required Licenses or Certifications: • Applicants must meet credentialing guidelines for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Preferred Education: . Experience in post-secondary teaching is preferred.
• Experience in distance-learning experience is preferred.
• Experience in teaching hybrid and/or compressed video courses is desirable.
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: {sTAOther9}
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - Chemistry
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Arts & Sciences
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Salary: {sSalary}
Duties and Responsibilities: • Utilizes the approved curriculum. Develops clearly stated course objectives and learning outcomes. Ensures the objectives and content of the courses taught are current.
• Keeps accurate classroom records.
• Supports department assessment initiatives.
• Uses and updates the required course management system.
• Meets deadlines and evaluates student work in a timely manner including submitting Show/No Show reports, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Other duties as required or assigned.
Required Education: • Doctoral or master's degree in chemistry; or master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in chemistry is required.
Required Experience: • Experience in post-secondary teaching is preferred.
• Experience in distance-learning experience is preferred.
• Experience in teaching hybrid and/or compressed video courses is desirable.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • All positions require superior communication skills, the ability to relate to students, other faculty, and college staff, and the ability to handle a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• The successful applicant will be a team player, have strong leadership skills, and possess a high-energy level and a positive attitude.
• The ability to assist students with college-readiness skills is desired.
Required Licenses or Certifications: • Applicants must meet credentialing guidelines for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Preferred Education:
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: {sTAOther9}
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - Welding (Lake Charles)
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Transportation & Applied Technology
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Salary: {sSalary}
Duties and Responsibilities: • Teaches assigned welding technology courses, and associated labs in accordance with the college's workload policy.
• Maintains written instructional standards.
• Facilitates instruction in accordance with instructional standards using alternative delivery methods as needed.
• Posts and maintains office hours.
• Participates in the assessment and development of student learning outcomes.
• Establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner.
• Assists in the preparation of course proposals, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools.
• Reviews and updates course outlines, textbooks, laboratories and course procedure sheets for welding technology courses.
• Assists with curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programs.
• Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures such as and in accordance with AWS and ASME welding codes and standards.
• Implements change as necessary to maintain a successful welding technology program.
• Integrates knowledge of customers, competitors, other industries, industry groups, and professional training to continuously improve program quality.
• Works as part of an instructional team by participating in welding technology course scheduling, department, division and college meetings.
• Serves on college committees as assigned.
• Works to maintain the integrity of department curriculum.
• Maintains partnerships with local area employers to assist in arranging field experiences for program students.
• Collaborates with college community and area high schools in support of welding technology events and competitions.
• Assists in recruiting students and supporters to the program.
• Participates in job fairs, recruiting events, and other special events related to the welding technology program.
• Maintains equipment and supply inventory.
• Act as advisers to student organizations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula, and career planning.
• Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required Experience: Welder with 5 years of relevant industry experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Demonstrated proficiency in performing SMAW, GMAW/FCAW, and GTAW 6G pipe welds.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to be a team player and possess a high-energy level and positive attitude.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to be committed to teaching and learning.
• Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and networked personal computers.
• Proficiency in or ability to become proficient in a variety of software, including but not limited to Office 365 apps.
• Skilled at communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and written, at all levels.
• Ability to deliver course content in a clear, concise manner that enhances student learning.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations needed to complete job tasks.
• Skilled at planning, organizing, and prioritizing job duties to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining interpersonal professional working relationships at all levels - students, peers, and Executives.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Preferred Education: Technical Diploma in Welding
Preferred Experience: Welder with 3 years of relevant industry experience, along with teaching and leadership experience.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: {sTAOther9}
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Assistant Professor of Political Science
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
/Application Information McNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Political Science in the Department of History and Political Science. This is a full-time, 9-month, unclassified, tenure-track position. The appointment begins in August 2026.
Position Number: F99613
SALARY: $49,200
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin January 31, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process, applicants must complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below to ensure full consideration:
* Letter of Application
* Curriculum Vitae
* Three References (Include: name, phone number, and email address)
* Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees earned
Note: Three letters of recommendation will be required at time of hire of selected candidate.
* Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.
All job offers are contingent upon the successful result of a criminal background check and receipt of official transcripts if applicable.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "APPLY" button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Required application materials will not be accepted after the deadline, if applicable. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAIR:
Dr. Michael T. Smith at *******************
Office of Human Resources:
Kim Dronett, HR Analyst; ********************; **************
Position Duties/Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for functions related to teaching, advising, research, service, and recruiting. The Assistant Professor of Political Science will teach 12 credit hours of undergraduate courses per semester in a physical classroom, hold face to face office hours (10 hours per week), attend departmental and university meetings, attend commencements, and be the primary advisor for undergraduate students majoring in Political Science. The Assistant Professor of Political Science will work closely with the Department Head of History and Political Science in submitting Political Science assessment data every academic year. Opportunities also exist to develop new courses aligned with the candidate's expertise and departmental needs.
Required/Preferred Qualifications
Required: Ph.D. or ABD in Political Science.
Preferred: Completed Ph.D.; Both online and in-person college teaching experience. While all areas of political science will be considered, preference may be given to applicants with expertise in American politics or comparative politics.
General University information
McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.
Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator, Krisshunn Youngblood, Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at ************** or ***********************.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.
Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-"Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees"-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver's license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.
Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (************ or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. ************
McNeese State University offers a wide array of benefits to eligible employees to include:
Comprehensive retirement programs through the State of Louisiana or Optional program, Supplemental retirement accounts (403B and 457) pre-tax and roth versions, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance to include Vision, Life, Dental, Cancer, Intensive Care, Short Term Disability and more, Paid holidays, Tuition fee reduction program for eligible employees and dependents, Leave accrual and carryover, and many other on campus perks/discount programs.
You may view the current year's Benefits Guide at: MYMCNEESE EMPLOYEE EXTRAS
Employer McNeese State University
Address McNeese State University
Box 91615
Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70605
Phone **************
**************
Website ******************************************
Easy ApplyInstructor - Process Technology (9-Month)
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Industrial Technology
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month
Salary: Start of $41,000 with actual offer based on experience and education
Duties and Responsibilities: • Develops course curriculum, course handouts, lectures, lab exercises, and presentations prior to scheduled course times. Works with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing, and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate.
• Organizes instruction in classrooms and laboratories as evidenced by adequate and clearly stated course outlines, learning objectives, learning outcomes, lesson plans, competency assessments, and instructional materials such as textbooks, instruction sheets, and/or electronic resources available.
• Posts and maintains on-campus hours to facilitate interaction with students, other faculty, staff, administrators, and the public.
• Maintains and submits accurate student grades and attendance records in accordance with institutional policies and established deadlines.
• Helps students to achieve their educational goals through formal and/or informal advising.
• Responsible for follow-up data of students within the assigned program(s) of instruction such as student completions, graduate job placement and student retention rates ensuring compliance with accrediting agencies and institutional standards.
• Continually monitor follow-up data from student completers, employers, and advisory board committees to evaluate information for continual quality improvement and program effectiveness.
• Remains current in academic or program discipline, including attending professional conferences, and maintaining licensure, certification, or continuing education requirements where appropriate.
• Receives training or stays current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning.
• Responsible for being available to students via email, phone, and/or personal conferences. This method of contact and hours of availability is clearly communicated to supervisors and students through the course syllabus each semester.
• Facilitates student learning, provides effective instruction, and performs evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes.
• Maintains current standard reference books, periodicals, and manuals of a business, professional, technical, and industrial nature to facilitate the educational program objectives.
• Cooperates and collaborates with other agencies to promote technical and community college education.
• Maintains a safe and secure classroom/lab environment conducive to effective learning.
• Ensures all instructional equipment and supplies meet safety standards.
• Requests adequate equipment and supplies in a timely manner to support program instruction.
• Attends and participates at all commencement ceremonies.
• Attends departmental, divisional, and college-wide meetings.
• Participates in college professional development activities.
• Participates in local business and industry activities where appropriate.
• Mentor and/or assist in orienting new faculty either formally or informally.
• Utilizes advisory committee(s) to ensure that desirable, relevant, and current practices of the occupation are being taught.
• Other duties as deemed necessary.
Required Education:
Required Experience: • At least three (3) years of relevant work experience
• Able to effectively teach process instrumentation, process fluid mechanics, and process physics classes
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Adheres to all laws pertaining to disclosure of student records.
• Adheres to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) and SOWELA Technical Community College policies.
• Be available to students via email, phone, and/or personal conferences. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly communicated to supervisors and to students through the course syllabus each semester.
• Thorough knowledge of skillsets and competencies relevant to the program(s) of instruction.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and written, at all levels.
• Ability to use the internet and computer software program(s) for instructional tasks, organization of records, assessment methods, and internal/external communication.
• Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information from intentional or unintentional disclosure.
• Ability to make independent decisions demonstrating good judgment.
• Demonstrates professional work ethic expectations (appearance, attendance, teamwork, promptness, cooperation, etc.).
• Projects a professional attitude towards other faculty, staff, and students.
• Facilitates student learning, provides effective instruction, and performs evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes.
• Maintains current standard reference books, periodicals, and manuals of a business, professional, technical, and industrial nature to facilitate the educational program objectives.
• Cooperates and collaborates with other agencies to promote technical and community college education.
• Maintains a safe and secure classroom/lab environment conducive to effective learning.
• Ensures all instructional equipment and supplies meet safety standards.
• Requests adequate equipment and supplies in a timely manner to support program instruction.
• Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and networked personal computers.
• Proficiency in or ability to become proficient in a variety of software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations needed to complete job tasks.
• Skilled at planning, organizing, and prioritizing job duties to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining interpersonal professional working relationship at all levels - students, peers, and Executives.
• Frequent (50% or more) sitting, standing, and walking.
• Lift and move items weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Reach, stoop, kneel, and crouch as required for filing and storage of office supplies and other work-related equipment.
• Personal computer and related equipment.
• Office equipment such as copier and telephone.
• Office environment.
• Read and interpret documents and data which may be in very small print.
• Work daily shifts Monday through Friday with occasional weekends and overtime as required.
• Travel as required as well as work at different campuses or locations as required.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested and made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Preferred Education: • Associate degree in the program of instruction.
Preferred Experience: • College level teaching experience or military equivalent.
• Three (3) years of industry leadership experience or military equivalent
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Cosmetology Instructor
Instructor job in West Orange, TX
High School/Cosmetology Instructor
Date Available: 2025-2026 SY
Attachment(s):
Cosmetology Instructor-WOSH
Adjunct Instructor - Speech and Communications
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Arts & Sciences
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Salary:
Duties and Responsibilities: • Utilizes the approved curriculum. Develops clearly-stated course objectives and learning outcomes. Ensures the objectives and content of the courses taught are current.
• Keeps accurate classroom records.
• Supports department assessment initiatives.
• Uses and updates the required course management system.
• Meets deadlines and evaluates student work in a timely manner including submitting Show/No Show reports, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Other duties as required or assigned.
Required Education: • Doctoral or master's degree in Speech, Communications, Communication Arts, or Applied Communication; or master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Speech, Communications, Communication Arts, or Applied Communication is required.
Required Experience: • Applicants must meet credentialing guidelines for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • All positions require superior communication skills, the ability to relate to students, other faculty, and college staff, and the ability to handle a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• The successful applicant will be a team player, have strong leadership skills, and possess a high-energy level and a positive attitude.
• The ability to assist students with college-readiness skills is desired.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Preferred Education:
Preferred Experience: • Experience in post-secondary teaching is preferred.
• Experience in distance-learning experience is preferred.
• Experience in teaching hybrid and/or compressed video courses is desirable.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - General Apprenticeship Electrical Construction
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA Department: Academic Affairs Sub department: School of Transportation & Applied Technology Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct Duties and Responsibilities: • Participates in local business and industry activities. * Participates in curriculum establishment, review, and evaluation.
* Teaches courses in accordance with the descriptions in the College Catalog and Student Handbook, the syllabi, and published schedule of classes.
* Utilizes the approved curriculum. Develops clearly stated course objectives and learning outcomes. Ensures the objectives and content of the courses taught are current.
* Organizes instruction in classrooms, shops, and laboratories as evidenced by course outlines, lesson plans, competency tests, and instructional materials such as textbooks, instruction sheets, and audiovisuals. Provides sufficient practice with equipment to develop skill proficiency.
* Utilizes a committee to ensure that desirable, relevant, and current practices of the occupation are being taught. The committee is composed of at least three members external to the College, meets at least twice per year, and keeps minutes to document committee activities.
* Responsible for student completion, placement, and retention rates ensuring that they meet accrediting agencies standards.
* Responsible for providing training in the competencies essential to success in the occupation including attitudes, job knowledge, and skills.
* Maintain a healthful, safe, and secure classroom/lab environment. Post emergency evacuation routes in case of natural or other disasters.
* Request adequate equipment and supplies to support the program. Ensure all instructional equipment and supplies meet safety standards.
* Ensure tests and other means of assessing the achievements of students are sufficiently accurate.
* Provides advisement services to assigned advisees.
* Evaluates follow-up data from completers and employers to obtain information concerning program effectiveness and relevance to improve the quality of the program where needed.
* Attends all commencement ceremonies.
* Attends meetings and prepares reports as necessary.
* Other duties as assigned.
Required Education: • Technical diploma.
* Applicants must meet credentialing guidelines for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Required Experience: • Three years of relevant industry experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications: • Journeyman electrician's certification.
Preferred Education: • Bachelor's degree.
Preferred Experience: • Five years of related industry experience is preferred.
* Online teaching experience preferred.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.
Adjunct Instructor - Industrial Instrumentation
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Industrial Technology
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Duties and Responsibilities: • Facilitates student learning, provides effective instruction, and performs evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes.
• Organizes instruction in classrooms and laboratories as evidenced by adequate and clearly stated course outlines, learning objectives, learning outcomes, lesson plans, competency assessments, and instructional materials such as textbooks, instruction sheets, and/or electronic resources available.
• Use and update the required course management system.
• Support department assessment initiatives.
• Meet deadlines and evaluate student work in a timely manner, including submitting Show/No Show reports, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Demonstrates professional work ethic expectations (appearance, attendance, teamwork, promptness, cooperation, etc.).
• Responsible for providing training in the competencies essential to success in the occupation including attitudes, job knowledge, and skills.
• Posts and maintains on campus hours to facilitate interaction with students, other faculty, staff, administrators, and the public.
• Maintains and submits accurate student grades and attendance records in accordance with institutional policies and established deadlines.
• Be available to students via email, phone, and/or personal conferences. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly identified and communicated to supervisors and students through course syllabi, the course management system, and on approved office hours posted each semester.
• Maintains current standard reference books, periodicals, and manuals of a business, professional, technical, and industrial nature to facilitate the educational program objectives..
• When available, participates and attends Industrial Instrumentation advisory committee meetings.
• Cooperates and collaborates with other agencies to promote technical and community college education.
• Adheres to all laws pertaining to disclosure of student records.
• Adheres to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) and SOWELA Technical Community College policies.
• Maintain materials and supplies for teaching and research, such as textbooks, chemicals, and laboratory equipment.
• Maintains a safe and secure classroom/lab environment conducive to effective learning.
• Ensures all instructional equipment and supplies meet safety standards.
• Complete other duties as required or assigned.
Required Education: • Associate degree or higher in the program of instruction or related field.
Required Experience: • Three years of work experience and/or licensure or certifications in associated field(s), aligning with instructional minimum qualifications identified by the institutional accrediting agency, may be considered upon review and approval by the position hiring manager.
Preferred Experience: • Successful experience in post-secondary teaching is preferred.
• Successful experience in distance-learning experience is preferred.
• Successful experience in teaching hybrid and/or compressed video courses is desirable.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.
Adjunct Instructor - ASN
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA Department: Academic Affairs Sub department: School of Nursing & Allied Health Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct Salary: {sSalary} Duties and Responsibilities: • Understands and adheres to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) policies.
* Understands and adheres to policies and procedures contained in the SOWELA Technical Community College (STCC) Faculty Handbook.
* Understands and adheres to all laws pertaining to disclosure of student records.
* Understands and adheres to the professional scope, standards, codes, rules and regulations of Professional Governing Bodies:
o American Nurses Association
o Louisiana State Board of Nursing
o Nurses Code of Ethics
o Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
* Teaching and Direct Instructional Activities
o Teaching materials are prepared using evidence-based resources (textbooks, instructional aids, online resources, and materials)
o If applicable, teaching plans are organized and available for course presentation
o Course and clinical time organized to be accomplished in the allotted time
o Instruction provided to individual students and groups appropriate to the needs and requirements of activities being performed
o Attends class/clinical on time and if unable to attend; ensures alternate method of course delivery is available for students
o Able to enhance clinical judgement for students through clear, concise instruction
o Provides adequate resources that enable students to successfully complete assignments
o Content expert in subject matter
o Promotes discussion among students as well as learning and individual initiative
o Provides constructive feedback in a timely manner on performance, tests, and assignments
o Provides fair grading of student course/clinical work
o Oversees students' clinical practice
Ensures clinical site will allow students to gain clinical experience for course content and enhance clinical judgment
Orients self and student to clinical facility policies and procedures
Evaluates student performance in the clinical setting
Participates in pre and post conference experiences
* Service to Students, Department, Division or College
o Maintains office hours as required
o Submits reports and performs required record-keeping functions in a timely and dependable manner.
o Professionally represents SOWELA in clinical institutions
* Professional Development Activities
o Attends conferences, seminars and workshops that enhance expertise in areas of teaching responsibilities
o Participates in professional organizations
o Acts as a role model for nursing students
o Develops and maintains professional and collegial relationships
Required Education: Must hold a Master's degree in Nursing or Doctoral degree in Nursing
Required Experience: Nursing experience of two years in the concentration hired to teach (Medical-Surgical, Maternal Child, Pediatrics, Mental Health)
Must meet faculty qualifications through LSBN and clinical agencies
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to use a computer for composing, storing, and retrieving information
Use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with patient care, students, other employees and the public. This is normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, and handle or feel objects and controls
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations needed to grade and complete assignments
Plan, organize, and prioritize job duties in order to meet deadlines
Required Licenses or Certifications: Must maintain a current, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in Louisiana or one of the Compact Member States
Preferred Education:
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: {sTAOther9}
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - Electrical Maintenance
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Workforce Development
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Duties and Responsibilities: • Demonstrates professional work ethic expectations, such as appearance, attendance, teamwork, promptness, cooperation, etc.
• Projects a professional attitude towards other faculty, staff, and students.
• Facilitates student learning, provides effective instruction, and performs evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes.
• Develops course curriculum, course handouts, lectures, lab exercises, and presentations prior to scheduled course times.
• Works with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate.
• Organizes instruction in classrooms and laboratories as evidenced by adequate and clearly stated course outlines, learning objectives, learning outcomes, lesson plans, competency assessments, and instructional materials such as textbooks, instruction sheets, and/or electronic resources available.
• Maintains and submits accurate student grades and attendance records in accordance with established contract deadlines.
• Be available to students via email, phone, and/or personal conferences. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly communicated to supervisors and to students through the course materials.
• Responsible for follow-up data of students within the assigned program(s) of instruction such as student attendance, IBC's earned, and student completions.
• Remains current in academic or program discipline, including attending professional conferences, and maintaining licensure, certification, or continuing education requirements where appropriate.
• Receives training or stays current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning.
• Attends departmental meetings as necessary.
• Participates in departmental activities where appropriate.
• Mentor and/or assist in orienting new instructors.
• Adheres to all laws pertaining to disclosure of student records.
• Adheres to all applicable Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) and SOWELA Technical Community College policies.
• Utilizes advisory committee(s) to ensure that desirable, relevant, and current practices of the occupation are being taught.
• Maintains a safe and secure classroom/lab environment conducive to effective learning.
• Ensures all instructional equipment and supplies meet safety standards.
• Requests adequate equipment and supplies in a timely manner to support program instruction.
• Travels to and from locations off campus for instructional purposes as needed for the program.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.
Required Education: High School diploma
Required Experience: Five years relevant experience in electrical field.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Preferred Education: Associate degree or higher in electrical field.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.
Adjunct Instructor - Chemistry
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA Department: Academic Affairs Sub department: School of Arts & Sciences Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct Salary: {sSalary} Duties and Responsibilities: • Utilizes the approved curriculum. Develops clearly stated course objectives and learning outcomes. Ensures the objectives and content of the courses taught are current.
* Keeps accurate classroom records.
* Supports department assessment initiatives.
* Uses and updates the required course management system.
* Meets deadlines and evaluates student work in a timely manner including submitting Show/No Show reports, midterm grades, and final grades.
* Other duties as required or assigned.
Required Education: • Doctoral or master's degree in chemistry; or master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in chemistry is required.
Required Experience: • Experience in post-secondary teaching is preferred.
* Experience in distance-learning experience is preferred.
* Experience in teaching hybrid and/or compressed video courses is desirable.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • All positions require superior communication skills, the ability to relate to students, other faculty, and college staff, and the ability to handle a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
* The successful applicant will be a team player, have strong leadership skills, and possess a high-energy level and a positive attitude.
* The ability to assist students with college-readiness skills is desired.
Required Licenses or Certifications: • Applicants must meet credentialing guidelines for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Preferred Education:
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: {sTAOther9}
Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, SOWELA has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. SOWELA is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. SOWELA is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Adjunct Instructor - General Apprenticeship Electrical Construction
Instructor job in Lake Charles, LA
College: SOWELA
Department: Academic Affairs
Sub department: School of Transportation & Applied Technology
Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct
Duties and Responsibilities: • Participates in local business and industry activities.
• Participates in curriculum establishment, review, and evaluation.
• Teaches courses in accordance with the descriptions in the College Catalog and Student Handbook, the syllabi, and published schedule of classes.
• Utilizes the approved curriculum. Develops clearly stated course objectives and learning outcomes. Ensures the objectives and content of the courses taught are current.
• Organizes instruction in classrooms, shops, and laboratories as evidenced by course outlines, lesson plans, competency tests, and instructional materials such as textbooks, instruction sheets, and audiovisuals. Provides sufficient practice with equipment to develop skill proficiency.
• Utilizes a committee to ensure that desirable, relevant, and current practices of the occupation are being taught. The committee is composed of at least three members external to the College, meets at least twice per year, and keeps minutes to document committee activities.
• Responsible for student completion, placement, and retention rates ensuring that they meet accrediting agencies standards.
• Responsible for providing training in the competencies essential to success in the occupation including attitudes, job knowledge, and skills.
• Maintain a healthful, safe, and secure classroom/lab environment. Post emergency evacuation routes in case of natural or other disasters.
• Request adequate equipment and supplies to support the program. Ensure all instructional equipment and supplies meet safety standards.
• Ensure tests and other means of assessing the achievements of students are sufficiently accurate.
• Provides advisement services to assigned advisees.
• Evaluates follow-up data from completers and employers to obtain information concerning program effectiveness and relevance to improve the quality of the program where needed.
• Attends all commencement ceremonies.
• Attends meetings and prepares reports as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
Required Education: • Technical diploma.
• Applicants must meet credentialing guidelines for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Required Experience: • Three years of relevant industry experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications: • Journeyman electrician's certification.
Preferred Education: • Bachelor's degree.
Preferred Experience: • Five years of related industry experience is preferred.
• Online teaching experience preferred.
Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.