Building Trades Instructor - Hands-On, Project-Based Mentor

Niagara Falls City School District; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Niagara Falls City School District invites applications for a Building Trades Instructor to lead a hands-on Career and Technical Education program. The ideal candidate will bring extensive building trades knowledge, strong project management, and a commitment to preparing students for skilled trades careers through authentic, project-based learning experiences.

This role requires a NYS CTE certification, the ability to supervise tool use safely, and the capacity to collaborate with unions,

Qualifications

• Valid New York State CTE Certification for Building Trades.
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in building trades principles and applications.
• Strong understanding of industry-standard hand and power tools and safe operating procedures.
• Experience implementing and facilitating project-based learning.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting timelines and instructional goals.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with community organizations, labor unions, and industry professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide 40 weeks of instruction in Building Trades principles and applications to multiple levels of students.
• Develop and deliver engaging, hands-on, project-based learning experiences both on and off campus.
• Supervise and ensure the safe use of hand and power tools by students.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate projects and events involving Building Trades unions and industry partners.
• Collaborate with school and district administrators to identify and develop meaningful community-based projects.
• Coordinate with school and district staff to utilize facilities and shared workspaces for project development and construction activities.
• Manage multiple student projects concurrently while maintaining quality, safety, and instructional objectives.
• Determine project material needs and oversee the ordering, inventory, and management of supplies and equipment.
• Monitor student progress and provide guidance that supports career readiness and skill development.
• Meet regularly with school administration to review project status, program goals, student progress, and ongoing needs.

Skills

Building trades knowledge

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Community partnerships

Education

New York State CTE Certification for Building Trades

Tools

Hand and power tools safety

Job description

The Niagara Falls City School District invites applications for a Building Trades Instructor to lead a hands-on Career and Technical Education program. The ideal candidate will bring extensive building trades knowledge, strong project management, and a commitment to preparing students for skilled trades careers through authentic, project-based learning experiences.

This role requires a NYS CTE certification, the ability to supervise tool use safely, and the capacity to collaborate with unions,