FT Instructor

MITAGS; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime education organization in Maryland is seeking a full-time Instructor to present maritime courses and provide quality instruction to attendees. The ideal candidate will hold a USCG Officer Level License and have experience teaching adults in a maritime or related field. Strong interpersonal and computer skills are essential for this entry-level role, which may involve travel between campuses.

Qualifications

• Two years of supervisory experience in a similar environment.
• Experience teaching professional subjects to adults.
• Qualifications to obtain approval to teach from the U.S. Coast Guard.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with MS Office Suite are required.

Responsibilities

• Present courses and provide quality classroom instruction.
• Evaluate attendees and keep appropriate records.
• Mentor and guide attendees throughout the course.
• Mentor and guide attendees; report curriculum needs to the Department Head.

Skills

USCG Officer Level License

Teaching adults

Excellent computer skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Degree in Adult Education or Maritime Sciences

Degree in Maritime Sciences

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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SUMMARY STATEMENT
An Instructor is responsible for presenting courses in the maritime field and providing quality classroom instruction to attendees. Instructor shall be responsible for delivering content as provided by the organization.

Description
An Instructor is responsible for presenting courses in the maritime field and providing quality classroom instruction to attendees. Instructor shall be responsible for delivering content as provided by the organization.

SUPERVISION
Reports to appropriate course Department Head.

Major Duties And Responsibilities
With guidance from Department Head, instructor provides quality instruction to attendees, through various methods of instruction such that the attendee will achieve the goals outlined in the course curriculum.

• An Instructor shall keep appropriate records and evaluate attendees as required.
• An Instructor shall prepare for the presentation and delivery of a course as necessary and shall report to the Department Head any items requiring curriculum development attention.
• An Instructor mentors, educates and guides attendees.
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

Requirements

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• USCG Officer Level License; with experience sailing under his/her highest level license and similar experience are a plus, may be substituted with equivalent uniformed service experience (NOAA, USCG, USN).
• Degree in Adult Education, Maritime Sciences or related field desired;
• Two years of experience effectively supervising subordinates in a similar environment desired.
• Experience teaching adults professional subjects for one or more years, including teaching cadets.
• Experience, training and qualifications required to obtain approval to teach the courses in the field from the U.S. Coast Guard is required.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related information systems.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and decision-making skills; ability to perform tasks and projects with no guidance. Capable of developing sound, detailed analyses to support actions and/or recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal, writing and communication skills required. Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Requires performance of moderate physical activity.
• Position may require some travel, to include MITAGS East and West campus, or at other sites and company locations as directed.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Maritime Transportation