Hands-On Building Trades Instructor (Contractor, Temp)

some; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 62,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SOME, Inc. in Washington, DC, seeks an experienced Building Trades Instructor Contractor to deliver practical instruction in electrical, carpentry, HVAC, or plumbing. This temporary role supports the training program while vacancies are filled, ~20–32 hours per week, typically 6 hours per day, 3–4 days weekly.

Pay is $60.00 per hour, with potential for future full-time opportunities. Requirements include certification in one of the trades and the ability to work with adult learners; strong

Qualifications

• Experience teaching building trades to adults.
• Ability to explain concepts clearly with demonstrations.
• Commitment to safety and workplace standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and hands-on instruction in building trades.
• Deliver demonstrations and guide skills-based training activities.
• Help students develop technical competencies for employment in skilled trades.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional learning environment.
• Assist with maintaining class continuity, student participation, enrollment, and program performance.
• Monitor student progress and provide coaching and feedback.
• Reinforce workplace expectations, safety practices, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with program leadership and instructors to ensure curriculum delivery.
• Maintain instructional records and documentation.

Skills

Instructional skills

Adult learner experience

Safety training

Tools

Electrical

Carpentry

HVAC

Plumbing

Job description

SOME, Inc. in Washington, DC, seeks an experienced Building Trades Instructor Contractor to deliver practical instruction in electrical, carpentry, HVAC, or plumbing. This temporary role supports the training program while vacancies are filled, ~20–32 hours per week, typically 6 hours per day, 3–4 days weekly.

Pay is $60.00 per hour, with potential for future full-time opportunities. Requirements include certification in one of the trades and the ability to work with adult learners; strong