Adjunct-Carpentry Apprenticeship

Indian River State College; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Indian River State College is seeking an Adjunct Carpentry Apprenticeship Instructor to lead classroom, lab, and hands-on instruction for the Carpentry Apprenticeship program. You will deliver approved curriculum, promote safety, and evaluate student performance while maintaining records.

The role emphasizes industry best practices and prepares students for successful careers in construction trades. Requires a high school diploma and four years of carpentry experience; OSHA certification is a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills while working with students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content per approved curricula and syllabi.
• Ensure safety in workplace and laboratory practices.
• Provide timely feedback on student performance and attendance.
• Plan and supervise laboratory exercises and practical training.
• Maintain instructional records and stay current with industry standards.
• Create a positive learning environment and promote student success.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Judgment

Ethical standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Zoom

Job description

Job Description Join Our Dynamic Team as an Adjunct Carpentry Apprenticeship Instructor! Are you passionate about shaping the future of the carpentry trade? Do you have the tools to inspire the next generation of skilled professionals? We want you on our team if you're ready to lead with confidence, knowledge, and enthusiasm! Are you ready to lay the groundwork for the future of carpentry ?

JOB SUMMARY

The Adjunct Instructor, Carpentry Apprenticeship’s primary duty is to instruct and train students enrolled in the apprenticeship program. Provides classroom, laboratory, and hands‑on instruction to students enrolled in the Carpentry Apprenticeship program. This position delivers course content using approved instructional methods, supports student learning and success, evaluates student performance, and maintains accurate academic records. The instructor promotes workplace safety, technical skill development, and industry best practices while preparing students for successful careers in the construction trades.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver course content in accordance with approved curricula, course outlines, and syllabi.
• Demonstrate and enforce appropriate workplace and laboratory safety practices.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback regarding student performance.
• Conduct assigned classes punctually and professionally.
• Develop and implement engaging instructional activities that promote hands-on learning.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise required laboratory exercises and practical training activities.
• Maintain and submit required instructional records, including attendance, grades, assessments, and other reports.
• Remain current with industry standards, construction methods, tools, equipment, and emerging technologies.
• Comply with all applicable College policies and procedures.
• Represent the College professionally during instructional activities, meetings, and College-related events.
• Prepare instructional materials aligned with the approved apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship curriculum.
• Foster a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages student participation and achievement.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of four (4) years of documented experience in Carpentry or a related construction trade.
• Working knowledge of construction principles, methods, materials, tools, and industry practices.
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate and maintain industry‑related hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, and other instructional technologies.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate sound judgment, and maintain professional and ethical standards.
• OSHA‑10 or OSHA‑30 certification preferred.
• Previous teaching, instructional, or industry training experience preferred.
• Training or experience in instructional techniques and adult learning principles preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

These positions require the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach, stoop, and carry materials or equipment, occasionally weighing more than fifty (50) pounds, as appropriate to assigned duties and in accordance with College safety procedures. The positions also require sufficient manual dexterity to operate instructional equipment, hand and power tools, computers, and standard office equipment. Employees are expected to follow all applicable College safety policies and procedures. This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.

Classification

Adjunct Supervisory No FLSA Exempt Yes Employment Type Temporary (Fixed Term)

Compensation and Application Deadline

Pay range starts at: $26.00 | All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on the candidate's education and experience. | Open until filled

Indian River State College serves Florida’s Treasure Coast as the four-county region’s premier provider of post‑secondary education. A comprehensive public institution, IRSC offers short‑term career training, two‑year Associate Degrees and Bachelor’s Degree programs. The College’s combination of quality, affordability and convenience attracts more than 30,000 students annually. Every aspect of IRSC is focused on helping students succeed.

IRSC EEO/Equal Access Policy

Indian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.

We appreciate your interest in IRSC and thank you for considering IRSC as your career choice.