Building Trades Career Exploration Instructor

JEVS Human Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Orleans Technical College (a program of JEVS Human Services) seeks an enthusiastic Building Trades Instructor to teach fundamentals of carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work to high school students and young adults. The role emphasizes safety, math, and hands-on instruction in a shop environment, with supervision by the Academic Affairs Director.

The position is part-time, day shift, and involves preparing lesson plans, assessing progress, and collaborating with Student & Career Services to

Qualifications

• Part-time role with day shift.

Responsibilities

• Teach students fundamentals of building trades including carpentry, plumbing and electrical work.
• Supervise and evaluate students during hands-on lab activities.
• Assess student learning through tests and demonstrations.
• Prepare and update lesson plans, materials, and curricula.
• Use varied instructional methods and media to engage learners.
• Maintain safe, clean classroom and shop environments.
• Track attendance, grades, and progress.
• Order and maintain materials, tools, and supplies.

Job description

About Us: At Orleans Technical College (a program of JEVS Human Services), we are committed to helping students gain the hands-on skills and technical knowledge they need to succeed in today's workforce. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Career Exploration of Building Trades Instructor to teach and mentor young adults and high school students in the fundamentals of the construction trades, including safety, math, carpentry, plumbing, and electricity.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Academic Affairs Director, the Building Trades Instructor will deliver engaging, hands-on instruction and theory in safety, math, and other basics of the trades.

This position is part-time, day shift.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach students in the fundamentals of the building trades, including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work.

• Supervise and evaluate students during hands-on lab and shop activities.

• Assess student learning through written tests, practical demonstrations, and performance evaluations.

• Prepare and update lesson plans, instructional materials, and course curricula.

• Use a variety of instructional methods and media to engage learners throughout the class day.

• Ensure consistent adherence to all safety, classroom, and school rules.

• Maintain clean, organized classroom and shop environments.

• Track student attendance, grades, and progress.

• Order and maintain materials, tools, and supplies in a timely and accurate manner.

• Collaborate with Student & Career Services to support student success and job placement.

• Incorporate employer and Program Advisory Committee feedback into instructional improvements.

• Participate in professional development to stay current in instructional methods and industry trends.

• Assist in new instructor onboarding and training as needed.

• Participate in graduation ceremonies and other school events.