Carpentry Trade Instructor (Correctional)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Somerset Township (PA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Corrections Carpentry Trade Instructor at SCI Somerset to teach carpentry in classroom and job-site settings, guiding inmates in safe, effective trade skills and personal development. You will lead projects, plan materials, and ensure quality work within the prison environment.

The role requires teaching aptitude, planning ability, and the capacity to oversee work crews, document progress, and manage training resources.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in general construction or finish carpentry, or an approved carpentry apprenticeship, or an equivalent combination including one year journey-level carpentry.

Responsibilities

• Teach carpentry to inmates in classroom and on-site settings.
• Direct inmate crews on carpentry tasks and inspect work for quality.
• Maintain attendance, progress, and daily work records.

Skills

Carpentry

Construction

Education

Approved Carpentry Apprenticeship

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Corrections Carpentry Trade Instructor at SCI Somerset to teach carpentry in classroom and job-site settings, guiding inmates in safe, effective trade skills and personal development. You will lead projects, plan materials, and ensure quality work within the prison environment.

The role requires teaching aptitude, planning ability, and the capacity to oversee work crews, document progress, and manage training resources.