Electrical Technician Instructor

Lindenwood University; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discounts for employee program

Tuition discount opportunities for LU/

Comprehensive benefits plan

Eleven paid holidays

Full-time employee benefits package

Job summary

Dorsey College is seeking a Full-Time Electrical Technician Instructor to deliver engaging, hands-on lessons across multiple courses in the Electrical Technician Program. Instructors plan labs, connect theory to real-world work, and ensure students gain practical skills for the electrical trade.

The position emphasizes safe lab practice, NEC and OSHA standards, collaboration with the Lead Instructor, and commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum four years of electrical trade experience or equivalent.
• Prior teaching, training, or mentoring experience in a trade or educational setting (helpful, but not required).
• Working knowledge across a broad range of electrical technician subjects to support varying classes.
• Completion of a recognized electrical trade program (helpful, but not required).
• Michigan Journeyman Electrician License (helpful, but not required).
• Relevant industry certifications or credentials.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Dorsey College policies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver classroom lessons and hands-on labs using the approved course outline.
• Collaborate with the Lead Instructor on program outcomes, course sequencing, consistent instruction, and program improvement.
• Demonstrate electrical techniques, troubleshooting, safe work practices, and proper use of tools, test equipment, and materials.
• Teach the National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant industry standards.
• Prepare materials and a safe, organized lab.
• Inspect equipment and report problems.
• Maintain a respectful classroom and apply attendance and conduct policies fairly.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely grades and feedback.
• Support struggling students, follow up with absent students, and refer students to campus resources as needed.
• Use online tools to organize course materials, communicate with students, and maintain attendance and grades.
• Submit required records and reports; communicate student concerns and program needs to the Lead Instructor and campus leadership.
• Work with campus teams to support enrollment, retention, and job placement.
• Participate in required meetings and campus events as needed.
• Substitute for unavailable instructors when your existing class schedule allows.
• Assist with supply pickups and inventory management.
• Support campus administrative functions and operations outside scheduled classroom hours as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by your manager, Lead Instructor, or Program Director.
• Keep trade knowledge and teaching practices current through professional development.
• Maintain employer relationships to support relevant instruction and student job placement.
• Follow college policies, program requirements, applicable regulations, and campus and OSHA safety standards.
• Protect student privacy and confidentiality under FERPA and other applicable laws.

Skills

Electrical theory

Electrical systems

NEC knowledge

OSHA safety practices

Laboratory instruction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Welcome to Career Opportunities at Dorsey College

Benefits of Being a Dorsey Employee:

• Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs (employee, spouse, and dependent).
• Tuition discount opportunities for select on-line Lindenwood University degrees for employees that qualify.
• Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and 403b retirement plan.
• Eleven Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Thursday - Friday), Christmas Eve and Christmas Days (as observed), and New Year's Eve and New Year's Day (as observed).

Electrical Technician (Full-Time) Instructor

Position Type: Full-Time | Salaried

Schedule: 3-4 Classes Per 6-Week Module

Compensation: Competitive Salary Based on Electrical Trade Knowledge and Teaching Experience

Benefits: Eligible for full-time employee benefits package

No prior teaching experience required to apply!

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum four years of electrical trade experience or equivalent.
• Prior teaching, training, or mentoring experience in a trade or educational setting (helpful, but not required).
• Working knowledge across a broad range of electrical technician subjects to support varying classes.
• Completion of a recognized electrical trade program (helpful, but not required).
• Michigan Journeyman Electrician License (helpful, but not required).
• Relevant industry certifications or credentials.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Dorsey College policies.

Summary

The Full-Time Electrical Technician Instructor delivers consistent, high-quality instruction across multiple courses in the Dorsey College Electrical Technician Program, ensuring students develop the technical knowledge and hands-on skills needed for a successful career in the electrical trade. Instructors plan and deliver engaging lectures and laboratory sessions, monitor student progress, collaborate with the Lead Instructor on program outcomes, and address student needs in a timely and professional manner. All instruction must align with Dorsey College policies, program requirements, and applicable regulatory standards. Full-Time Instructors are expected to be experienced in the electrical trade, dedicated to student success, and committed to a motivating, professional, and inclusive classroom environment.

Essential Functions

• Plan and deliver classroom lessons and hands-on labs using the approved course outline. Connect electrical theory to real-world work and adapt instruction to students' learning needs and skill levels.
• Collaborate with the Lead Instructor on program outcomes, course sequencing, consistent instruction, and program improvement.
• Demonstrate electrical techniques, troubleshooting, safe work practices, and proper use of tools, test equipment, and materials. Teach the National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant industry standards.
• Prepare materials and a safe, organized lab. Inspect equipment and report problems. Maintain a respectful classroom and apply attendance and conduct policies fairly.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely grades and feedback. Support struggling students, follow up with absent students, and refer students to campus resources as needed.
• Use online tools to organize course materials, communicate with students, and maintain attendance and grades. Submit required records and reports; communicate student concerns and program needs to the Lead Instructor and campus leadership.
• Work with campus teams to support enrollment, retention, and job placement. Participate in required meetings and campus events as needed. Substitute for unavailable instructors when your existing class schedule allows.
• Assist with supply pickups and inventory management. Support campus administrative functions and operations outside scheduled classroom hours as needed. Perform other duties assigned by your manager, Lead Instructor, or Program Director.
• Keep trade knowledge and teaching practices current through professional development. Maintain employer relationships to support relevant instruction and student job placement.
• Follow college policies, program requirements, applicable regulations, and campus and OSHA safety standards. Protect student privacy and confidentiality under FERPA and other applicable laws.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, circuitry, and electrical theory.
• Working knowledge of the NEC, applicable electrical codes, and OSHA safety practices.
• Ability to explain