Carpentry Trade Instructor (62220)

Adams and Associates, Inc.; Roscoe (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with 5% employer match

PTO + sick time

Employee Assistance Program

On-site meals discount

Job summary

Delaware Valley Job Corps in Callicoon, NY is seeking a dedicated Carpentry Instructor to lead hands-on classroom and shop activities, guiding students toward industry-recognized credentials and employment in the trades. The role emphasizes practical skills, safety, and career mentorship.

Teach, assess, and document student progress while collaborating with departments to ensure successful training and placement outcomes for a diverse student body aged 16–24.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of teaching or related industry experience required.
• Certification, licensing, or accreditation in Carpentry required.
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on carpentry instruction and career technical training.
• Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications and employment opportunities.
• Develop engaging lessons that support student learning and skill development.
• Provide individualized guidance, mentoring, and career support.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Help students identify job opportunities and support graduate placement efforts.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive classroom/shop environment.
• Reinforce workplace expectations, professionalism, and Career Success Standards.
• Partner with departments across Center to support student success.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Carpentry certification/licensing

Job description

Description Carpentry Instructor Location: Delaware Valley Job Corps, Callicoon, NY $62,353 per year | Full-Time | Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:45pm, Sat & Sun OFF

Build Skills. Teach a Trade. Shape Futures.

At Delaware Valley Job Corps, you're not just teaching carpentry. You're helping students (ages 16-24) build hands-on skills, earn industry-recognized credentials, and prepare for successful careers in the skilled trades.

Who are we? Delaware Valley Job Corps is an education and training center located in beautiful Callicoon, NY. We use student-focused programs to ensure successful training and employment placement for every individual we serve.

What You'll Do

• Provide hands-on carpentry instruction and career technical training
• Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications and employment opportunities
• Develop engaging lessons that support student learning and skill development
• Provide individualized guidance, mentoring, and career support
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation
• Help students identify job opportunities and support graduate placement efforts
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive classroom/shop environment
• Reinforce workplace expectations, professionalism, and Career Success Standards
• Partner with departments across Center to support student success

What You Get

• Monday-Friday schedule with weekends off 11 paid holidays per year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 5% employer match
• Generous PTO + sick time
• FREE Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted meals on-site ($2.50)
• Access to gym and wellness programs

Qualifications

What You Need

• Minimum 1 year of teaching or related industry experience required
• Certification, licensing, or accreditation in Carpentry required
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentoring skills
• Valid driver's license required and must meet Company insurability requirements
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Help students build careers.

"Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to their protected veteran status or disability."

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.