Construction Instructor, YouthBuild

New Settlement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A community training organization in New York seeks a Construction Training Manager to lead the YouthBuild program. The role involves designing and instructing a comprehensive construction training curriculum for youth ages 17-24. Responsibilities include providing high-quality instruction in various trades, supervising trainees, and ensuring readiness for the construction industry. The ideal candidate will foster industry partnerships and serve as a mentor, upholding safety and professionalism standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of various construction trades, including electrical, plumbing, and drywall.
• Experience in teaching or training in a classroom or hands-on setting.
• Ability to assess student skills and readiness for employment.
• Support integration of soft skills and work-readiness with technical instruction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive training curriculum.
• Coordinate and supervise trainees on construction sites and in labs.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain accurate attendance records.
• Cultivate industry partnerships to secure sites and job opportunities.

Skills

Construction trades expertise

Instructional skills

Safety protocols knowledge

Mentorship ability

Mentorship

Industry partnerships

Assessment & evaluation

Project coordination

Education

NCCER certification (or willingness to obtain)

Tools

Construction tools knowledge

Job description

Rooted in the Bronx, New Settlement stands with community members to break systemic barriers, advance justice, promote leadership, and strengthen neighborhoods. By ensuring agency around education, employment, housing, wellness, and creative expression, we help cultivate an equitable society where individuals and families have the power to use their voice to create the change they wish to see.

Since New Settlement’s inception in 1989 as a settlement house rooted in the Bronx, our organization has been a responsive community partner. Originally established to revitalize abandoned buildings into affordable housing, New Settlement has since evolved into a multi-generational, forward‑looking organization. We support 15,000 members of the community annually by providing organizing in housing and schools, and programs in education, college access, youth development, arts, workforce development, wellness, and more.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Construction Training Manager serves as the lead expert on construction trades and training for New Settlement’s YouthBuild program. This role is responsible for the design, instruction, and coordination of a comprehensive 10‑month construction training curriculum that prepares students (ages 17–24) for entry into the construction industry. The Manager provides classroom instruction, hands‑on lab and worksite training, and ensures student readiness through a mix of soft and hard skill development. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships with contractors and sub‑contractors to secure meaningful worksite opportunities, while upholding the highest standards of safety, mentorship, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instruction

• Develop and implement a robust, industry‑aligned 10‑month construction training curriculum incorporating the NCCER Core Curriculum, classroom‑based instruction, and hands‑on construction lab and worksite training.
• Provide high‑quality instruction across multiple trades, including but not limited to: demolition, rough framing, roofing, drywall, finish carpentry, sheet metal, electrical, plumbing, painting, and masonry.
• Participate in or be willing to obtain certification as an NCCER trainer to support program goals.
• Support integration of soft skills and work‑readiness competencies alongside technical instruction.

Training & Supervision

• Coordinate, supervise, and assess the daily work and progress of trainees on construction sites and in training labs.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols and ensure proper use of tools, materials, and techniques at all times.
• Serve as a mentor and role model, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a supportive attitude toward young adults.
• Support youth in learning to navigate challenges, problem‑solve effectively, and meet high expectations.

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Assist in evaluating student progress, skills acquisition, and readiness for employment in the construction field.
• Maintain accurate records for student attendance, skills progression, certifications, and participation.
• Document project‑based learning activities and maintain detailed files of construction projects.
• Develop and maintain a system to track inventory of tools, equipment, and materials.

Operations & Partnerships

• Order, organize, and manage supplies, tools, and materials for training activities.
• Cultivate relationships with contractors, sub‑contractors, and industry partners to secure training sites and employment opportunities for students.
• Represent New Settlement YouthBuild in professional and industry‑related spaces as needed.