Electrical Trades Instructor - On-Campus Hands-On Leader

American Institute; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Job summary

American Institute seeks an Electrical Trades Instructor to join our Education team. The role supports student instruction, guidance, and review to ensure academic success.

This on-campus position with occasional remote work offers competitive compensation ($30-$34 USD hourly) and access to a 401k plan; prior teaching and electrical experience preferred.

We are committed to hands-on training aligned with industry demands and to fostering student development and compliance with DOE standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 3 years of verifiable experience directly related to residential, commercial, or industrial electrical work, alarm systems, control systems or a combination of these areas.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive course instruction within specified program.
• Provide input in course descriptions, syllabus creation, textbook material, or equipment review.
• Create and revise daily lesson plans.
• Attend in-service trainings and faculty meetings for professional growth.
• Maintain accurate student attendance and academic records.
• Advise students and refer major problems to the Program Director/Director of Education.
• Return quizzes, tests and lab assignments within 48 hours.
• Demonstrate use of community resources through guest speakers and field trips.
• Report damaged equipment to the Program Director/Director of Education.
• Turn in grades within 48 hours of term end.
• Enhance the curriculum as needed with assignments, notes, and activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Electrical trades knowledge

Education

High school diploma/GED

3 years verifiable electrical work experience

Prior teaching experience preferred

Job description

American Institute seeks an Electrical Trades Instructor to join our Education team. The role supports student instruction, guidance, and review to ensure academic success.

This on-campus position with occasional remote work offers competitive compensation ($30-$34 USD hourly) and access to a 401k plan; prior teaching and electrical experience preferred.

We are committed to hands-on training aligned with industry demands and to fostering student development and compliance with DOE standards.