Career Pathways Instructor: Core Competencies & Safety

The Leading Niche; Kankakee, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AOE International is seeking an experienced instructor to teach the CEJA Core Competencies to a new cohort each month, delivering 100 hours of essential employability and clean energy basics, including OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR/AED, plus 10 hours of career exploration with employers.

The role requires strong facilitation skills, experience engaging learners facing barriers to employment, and the ability to create an inclusive classroom environment to help participants select a Career Pathway and

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience teaching or training adults in workforce readiness, adult education or occupational training.
• Working knowledge of construction or clean energy workplaces and safety practices.
• Strong facilitation skills and experience with learners who face barriers to employment.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and digital collaboration tools.
• Bachelor's degree in education, workforce development or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Core Competencies modules through hands-on, scenario-based activities set in clean energy workplaces.
• Teach the OSHA 10-Hour Construction course and First Aid/CPR/AED, and complete the records each credential requires.
• Teach digital skills in the computer lab, and basic tool use and foundational electricity in the training lab.
• Assess each participant during and at the end of training, using varied methods, and record attendance and results.
• Identify participants who are struggling, re-teach and re-assess the specific component, and notify the case manager.
• Host employer panels, job site visits and mock interviews with business engagement staff.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive classroom that builds on participants' existing knowledge and strengths.
• Help each participant confirm a Career Pathway choice and pass the plan to the case manager and pathway instructors.

Job description

AOE International is seeking an experienced instructor to teach the CEJA Core Competencies to a new cohort each month, delivering 100 hours of essential employability and clean energy basics, including OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR/AED, plus 10 hours of career exploration with employers.

The role requires strong facilitation skills, experience engaging learners facing barriers to employment, and the ability to create an inclusive classroom environment to help participants select a Career Pathway and