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Welding Instructor - Tech College Faculty
Institution:
Ridgewater College
Classification Title:
Tech College Faculty
Bargaining Unit / Union:
210: Minnesota State College Faculty
City:
RIDG - Willmar Campus
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)
Salary Range:
$51,303 - $94,542: Dependent on education and years of experience, there are step limits in the contract that we are limited to, with the highest salary delegated at around $71,893.
Job Description
Join our Welding program and help train the next generation of skilled welders for high demand careers in our region and beyond. We’re looking for an experienced welding professional who is excited to share their knowledge and help students build strong, real-world skills in GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, and gas welding, cutting, and brazing. Students learn to weld in all positions and with a variety of materials, giving them the confidence to step directly into the workforce. In this 1-year temporary full-time role, you’ll teach hands on courses, mentor students at all experience levels and play a key role in connecting them with regional employers. You’ll create a supportive, safety focused learning environment and encourage students to use advising, tutoring, career services and other college resources to stay on track. We’re a student-centered community and technical college that values practical experience and a passion for teaching. If you want to make a difference, support workforce development, and help students start strong welding careers, we’d be excited to welcome you to our Willmar campus team.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirement
Diploma in welding.
Occupational Experience Requirement
Four full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in welding.
Recency Requirement
One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.
Other Requirements
Applications must include:
- Online Employment Application
- Resume
- Letter of interest addressing the position qualifications
- Unofficial copy of transcripts
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday (Start Date: Aug. 20, 2026)
Telework (Yes/No)
No
About
Why Work For Us
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Minnesota State offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Academic Year Contract
- Medical Insurance (single coverage $48.94 per month and family coverage is $333.91 per month)
- Dental Insurance (low deductibles; single coverage $14.50 per month and family coverage is $61.86 per month)
- Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Retirement Plan
- Tax-deferred Compensation
- Generous vacation and sick leave
MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.
VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
- Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.
- Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.
- Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.
- Trust and Respect – We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.
- Collaboration – We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.
- Curiosity and Creativity – We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve.
- Accountability – As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
08-20-2026
Position End Date:
05-21-2027
Open Date:
03-23-2026
Close Date:
04-14-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Felicia Mary Telecky
Posting Contact Email:
felicia.telecky@ridgewater.edu
Working Title:
Welding Instructor - Tech College Faculty
Institution:
Ridgewater College
Classification Title:
Tech College Faculty
Bargaining Unit / Union:
210: Minnesota State College Faculty
City:
RIDG - Willmar Campus
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)
Salary Range:
$51,303 - $94,542: Dependent on education and years of experience, there are step limits in the contract that we are limited to, with the highest salary delegated at around $71,893.
Job Description
Join our Welding program and help train the next generation of skilled welders for high demand careers in our region and beyond. We’re looking for an experienced welding professional who is excited to share their knowledge and help students build strong, real-world skills in GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, and gas welding, cutting, and brazing. Students learn to weld in all positions and with a variety of materials, giving them the confidence to step directly into the workforce. In this 1-year temporary full-time role, you’ll teach hands on courses, mentor students at all experience levels and play a key role in connecting them with regional employers. You’ll create a supportive, safety focused learning environment and encourage students to use advising, tutoring, career services and other college resources to stay on track. We’re a student-centered community and technical college that values practical experience and a passion for teaching. If you want to make a difference, support workforce development, and help students start strong welding careers, we’d be excited to welcome you to our Willmar campus team.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirement
Diploma in welding.
Occupational Experience Requirement
Four full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in welding.
Recency Requirement
One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.
Other Requirements
Applications must include:
- Online Employment Application
- Resume
- Letter of interest addressing the position qualifications
- Unofficial copy of transcripts
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday (Start Date: Aug. 20, 2026)
Telework (Yes/No)
No
About
Why Work For Us
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Minnesota State offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Academic Year Contract
- Medical Insurance (single coverage $48.94 per month and family coverage is $333.91 per month)
- Dental Insurance (low deductibles; single coverage $14.50 per month and family coverage is $61.86 per month)
- Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Retirement Plan
- Tax-deferred Compensation
- Generous vacation and sick leave
MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.
VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
- Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.
- Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.
- Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.
- Trust and Respect – We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.
- Collaboration – We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.
- Curiosity and Creativity – We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve.
- Accountability – As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
08-20-2026
Position End Date:
05-21-2027
Open Date:
03-23-2026
Close Date:
04-14-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Felicia Mary Telecky
Posting Contact Email:
felicia.telecky@ridgewater.edu
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in College Instructor
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for postsecondary teachers in your discipline to confirm the role requires a directly related degree. USCIS scrutinizes instructor petitions heavily, so your degree field and your teaching subject must align explicitly on paper.
Target community colleges with cap-exempt status
Many community colleges and nonprofit universities qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, letting you start work any time of year without waiting for the annual cap. Confirm cap-exempt status with HR before you spend time on an application.
Find verified sponsoring institutions on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate for college and university employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history in your teaching discipline. Targeting institutions that have sponsored instructors before cuts your research time and surfaces realistic opportunities.
Request a site-specific LCA for each campus
If you teach across multiple campuses, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite location. Flag multi-campus assignments with HR early so DOL certification covers every location before you step into those classrooms.
Align your offer letter with OFLC Wage Search levels
Before signing, cross-check your offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search prevailing wage for your SOC code and metropolitan area. Your employer is legally required to pay at or above that level, and an underpaid offer will trigger a DOL compliance issue.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically between contracts
If your teaching contract ends, your H-1B includes a 60-day grace period to secure a new sponsoring employer. Treat the final semester of any fixed-term contract as your active job search window so you don't burn that buffer unnecessarily.
H-1B Visa College Instructor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a College Instructor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, full-time college instructor positions typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in the specific academic discipline being taught. USCIS will expect your degree field to directly match your teaching subject. Adjunct or part-time roles with loosely defined duties can face more scrutiny, so the job description should clearly state degree requirements.
Which types of colleges are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for instructors?
Accredited four-year universities, community colleges, and nonprofit educational institutions are the most active H-1B sponsors for instructors. Many of these institutions qualify as cap-exempt employers, which means you can start work outside the standard cap window. Use Migrate Mate to find colleges with verified H-1B LCA filing history in your subject area before applying.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect College Instructor H-1B petitions?
Your employer must pay you at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your occupational category and geographic location, as certified through the LCA. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your SOC code before you receive an offer. If the institution's salary band falls below the prevailing wage, USCIS will not approve the petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if my teaching contract is not renewed?
When your employment ends, you enter a 60-day grace period during which you can seek a new sponsoring employer and have them file a new I-129 petition on your behalf. H-1B status itself is tied to the sponsoring institution, not to the visa category generally. If no new petition is filed and approved within that window, you must depart or change to another valid status.
Can I teach at multiple campus locations under a single H-1B?
Not without additional LCA filings. Each worksite where you perform work must be covered by a certified LCA listing that specific location. If your institution assigns you to a second campus mid-appointment, HR must file an amended LCA and potentially an amended I-129 petition before you teach there. Confirm worksite coverage with your international office whenever your teaching schedule changes.