After-School Construction Trades Instructor for Teens

After School Matters; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Chicago is seeking part-time instructors for its Intro to Construction Trades program. This role involves teaching high school participants about construction and facilitating hands-on learning experiences. Candidates should have a degree in construction management or a related field and possess teaching experience, especially with teenagers. The program will run during the Spring session. Compensation ranges from $20 to $27 per hour based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant major (e.g., construction management) OR completion of a recognized trades apprenticeship program is preferred.
• Experience in the field of carpentry is preferred.
• Experience teaching, specifically teenagers, is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement an engaging and hands-on construction trades curriculum.
• Facilitate career exploration and connect activities to competencies in skilled trades.
• Deliver instruction and lead participants through inquiry-based discovery methods.

Skills

Engaging teaching methods

Leadership development

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Job description

A nonprofit organization in Chicago is seeking part-time instructors for its Intro to Construction Trades program. This role involves teaching high school participants about construction and facilitating hands-on learning experiences. Candidates should have a degree in construction management or a related field and possess teaching experience, especially with teenagers. The program will run during the Spring session. Compensation ranges from $20 to $27 per hour based on experience and education.