Electrician Technology Associate Instructor

Tennessee Board of Regents; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Board of Regents organization is seeking an Electrician Technology Program Associate Instructor for the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville. This full-time exempt role involves delivering the electrician program, developing curricula, and coordinating with administration on policy and technology updates.

The instructor will manage teaching outlines, select aids, assess progress, maintain records, and assist with student placement while upholding safety and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; industrial electricity credentials and Master Technician License required.
• Associate degree preferred; 3–4 years of recent industry experience in the taught specialty.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop course of study and conduct training program in specialty area.
• Confer with administration to understand policy and tech changes.
• Formulate teaching outline and determine instructional methods.
• Select or develop teaching aids and reference materials.
• Test trainees to measure progress and evaluate instruction.
• Maintain classroom equipment and student records.
• Assist with student placement and follow-up.
• Coordinate with outside agencies and industry partners.
• Participate in recruitment of students.
• Instruct students in safety and good safety habits.
• Supervise cooperative education.
• Participate in professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Master Technician License

Industrial electricity

Residential electricity

Teaching experience

Safety training

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical certification

Associate degree preferred

Three years of industry experience

Tools

Electrical codes

Blueprint reading

Electrical installation

Troubleshooting

Job description

Title:

Electrician Technology Program Associate Instructor – Riverbend Maximum Security Institution

Classification:

Exempt – Full-time

Direct supervision received from:

Correctional Programs Coordinator 1

Functional supervision received from:

TCATN Vice President

Office Location(s):

7475 Cockrill Bend Blvd., Nashville, TN 37209

Hours:

Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Work/Life Balance schedule of 37.5 hours)

Salary:

$67,181 - $78,377 Commensurate with education and experience.

FUNCTION OF THE JOB:

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is accepting applications for a full-time instructor for the Electrician Technology Program for Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville. Under direct supervision of the Correctional Programs Coordinator to perform the duties required as instructor of the Electrician program and to perform related activities as directed. Candidate must pass a background check.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop course of study and conduct training program in specialty area.
• Confer with administration to gain knowledge and better understand changes in policies, procedures, and technologies.
• Formulate teaching outline and determine instructional methods utilizing knowledge of specific training needs and effectiveness of such methods as individualized and group instruction, lecture, demonstration, and conference.
• Select or develop teaching aids, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, and reference materials.
• Test trainees to measure progress and evaluate effectiveness of instruction.
• Select or develop specifications for machines, equipment, and tools; maintain good physical condition in classroom and/or shop.
• Maintain student records and reports.
• Responsible for student placement and assist with student follow‑up.
• Cooperate with outside agencies; work with program advisory committees; conduct visits to business and industry; establish and maintain good public relations with the school’s general public.
• Participate in recruitment of students.
• Instruct students in safety and practice good safety habits.
• Supervise students that are participating in cooperative education.
• Participate in professional development and growth annually.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the President and/or Assistant President of the school.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or G.E.D. Equivalency. Vocational or Technical School certification, training or apprenticeship in residential, industrial, commercial electricity required. Master Technician License required. Associate degree preferred. Three (3) years of successful recent employment experience in the specialty area to be taught beyond the normal learning period/generally 4 years. Teaching experience preferred.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a complete and thorough knowledge of procedures and methods related to teaching.
• Willingness to remain current in the technological changes of the industry.
• Must possess skills and knowledge to teach basic electricity, blueprint reading, electrical codes, circuitry, electrical installation, distribution, hydraulics, programmable controls, industrial robotics and signal systems, and troubleshooting.
• Possess good character, mature attitude, stable personality, and exhibit evidence of potential ability to instruct.
• Requires initiative and cooperation, i.e., to plan and organize work without close supervision; show initiative and perseverance in satisfying student and community needs; ability and possess a desire to interact with other faculty, staff and students.
• Possess good organizational, mathematical, language, writing and communication skills.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants are subject to a background check.

TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a covered veteran, or genetic information in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Melanie Buchanan, Vice President, [e-mail], 615-425-5570.

Title VI/ADA Employer “A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution”

Advertised: 01 Oct 2025 Central Daylight Time