Electrical Technology Instructor

Ember Education; Rancho Mirage, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

45+ years of experience in workforce

Supportive campus culture

Leaders promoted from instructor roles

Inclusive learning environment

Job summary

San Joaquin Valley College invites qualified instructors to join its evening program. You will teach hands-on courses aligned with industry and college standards, mentor students, and help them launch careers.

Applicants should have a degree and relevant experience; teaching support and training are provided. The role supports a mission of student success in a collaborative campus environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant industry experience, education, or training.
• Willingness to learn—training provided.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging, hands-on courses aligned with industry and college standards.
• Build the next generation of skilled professionals and turn your experience into lasting impact.
• Create a supportive, inclusive learning environment.
• Guide and mentor students toward academic and career success.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus leadership to strengthen programs.

Skills

Teaching

Hands-on training

Student mentoring

Communication

Education

Associate degree or higher

3+ years relevant industry experience

Willingness to learn

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $25 USD to $37 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position.

Description

Summary:

Bring your trade expertise to the classroom and lab where hands-on training changes lives. As an Instructor, you will coach students through real-world skills, safety, and industry expectations while helping them build the confidence to launch (or level up) their careers. You will collaborate with a supportive campus team to deliver engaging instruction and strong outcomes.

Compensation: $25.00 – $37.00 per hour

Schedule: Up to four class sessions per week. Monday - Thursday, 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Why San Joaquin Valley College:

• Join a college with 45+ years of experience developing talent and preparing tomorrow’s workforce
• Help students build careers that support their families and strengthen their communities
• Take your career further- many of our leaders started as instructors
• Contribute to a learning environment where students are supported, included, and set up to succeed

What You’ll Do:

• Teach engaging, hands-on courses aligned with industry and college standards
• Build the next generation of skilled professionals and turn your experience into lasting impact.
• Create a supportive, inclusive learning environment
• Guide and mentor students toward academic and career success
• Collaborate with faculty and campus leadership to strengthen programs

Education & Experience:

• Associate degree or higher preferred, with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience, education, or training
• Candidates without a degree may be considered with 5+ years of relevant work experience or a combination of education, strong communication skills and a student-first mindset
• Willingness to learn—we provide teaching support and training

Ready to make an impact?

All qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. To ensure the safety and integrity of our operations, it is imperative that a review of all applicants' criminal history is conducted. Failure to do so poses a significant risk to the Employer, potentially compromising both business operations and the organization's reputation.

As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates offered a position at San Joaquin Valley College Inc. will undergo a thorough background screening. This includes education verification, county and national criminal background checks, a motor vehicle report, and social security number trace/verification along with an address history search. Depending on the specific position, additional requirements may apply, such as drug testing, a Fraud and Abuse Control Information System check, and verification for access to the National Student Loan Database System. Certain roles may also require ongoing monitoring of these records.

Preferred

Associate's or better.

Required

Minimum of three years of relevant experience, education, and/or training

Equal Opportunity Employer
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