Building Trades Career Exploration Instructor

JEVS Human Services Career Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Orleans Technical College, a program of JEVS Human Services, seeks a Building Trades Instructor to deliver hands-on instruction in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and safety. You will design lessons, supervise labs, assess student progress, and collaborate with Career Services to support job placement.

This part-time, day-shift role offers opportunities to mentor young adults and high school students in practical trade skills.

Qualifications

• Instructors deliver safety, math and basics of building trades.
• Able to teach carpentry, plumbing and electrical fundamentals.
• Prepare and update lesson plans and curricula.

Responsibilities

• Teach fundamentals of building trades including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Supervise and evaluate students during hands-on lab and shop activities.
• Assess student learning through tests, demonstrations, and evaluations.
• Prepare and update lesson plans, instructional materials, and curricula.
• Use diverse teaching methods and ensure safety and school rules.

Skills

Teaching

Hands-on instruction

Safety training

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical work

Curriculum development

Student assessment

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 ofBuilding 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.