Carpentry Trade Instructor — Teach, Lead Inmate Crews

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Somerset Township (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Corrections Carpentry Trade Instructor at the State Correctional Institution in Somerset. The role teaches carpentry in classroom and on-site settings, guiding inmates to learn safe, effective trade skills while supporting facility needs and personal development.

You will lead projects, plan materials, supervise inmate training, and ensure proper documentation. The position offers a 37.5-hour week and a starting salary of $53,036, with no telework option.

Qualifications

• Five years of general construction or finish carpentry experience.
• Completion of an approved carpentry apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Ability to teach and supervise inmates in classroom and shop settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach carpentry methods, installation, repair and maintenance to inmates.
• Direct inmate crews on tasks and inspect work quality.
• Maintain attendance, progress records and training documentation.
• Issue, inventory and account for tools and materials used.
• Plan projects and submit purchase requests when needed.

Skills

Carpentry

Teaching

Education

Carpentry apprenticeship

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Corrections Carpentry Trade Instructor at the State Correctional Institution in Somerset. The role teaches carpentry in classroom and on-site settings, guiding inmates to learn safe, effective trade skills while supporting facility needs and personal development.

You will lead projects, plan materials, supervise inmate training, and ensure proper documentation. The position offers a 37.5-hour week and a starting salary of $53,036, with no telework option.