Hands-on Construction Trades Instructor — Up to $32/hr

Tidewater Tech; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Tidewater Tech in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Building and Construction Trades Instructor to deliver high-quality instruction and hands-on training across multiple trades, including air conditioning and refrigeration, plumbing, and flooring, to prepare students for skilled trades careers.

The role requires strong communication, organizational, and teaching abilities, with a commitment to maintaining up-to-date instructional resources.

Qualifications

• OSHA 10-hour safety certification within 6 months of hire date.
• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Transition Certification within 6 months of hire date.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum three (3) years of hands-on practical experience in the building and construction trades is required.
• Must demonstrate up-to-date knowledge and continuing study of the subject matter.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven, compliance-oriented educational environment.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and have the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism.
• Persuasive and effective verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on customer service in an educational setting.
• Highly motivated and goal-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work independently and as collaborative team member and have exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Excellent computer skills are required with proficiency in MS Office applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes as assigned on a regular, scheduled basis as assigned and create a welcoming environment for students conducive to learning.
• Assist Program Coordinator, Campus Director of Education, or Campus Executive Director in developing curriculum, preparing course materials, and scheduling.
• Establish and maintain academic and attendance records for student files.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom and lab.
• Submit attendance, grades, student evaluation and all other required documents/reports per established procedures.
• Notify Supervisor of any potential issues that may require immediate attention.
• Actively utilize proven retention techniques approved by the school.
• Complete performance-based teacher education modules as assigned by Supervisor and/or campus management, as needed based on outcomes of classroom observations, instructor evaluations, and student-completed surveys.
• Assist with the department equipment and supplies inventory and submit purchase requests accordingly and as needed.
• Assist with the maintenance and utilization of equipment used in the program.
• Attend and/or conduct in-service training, faculty meetings or other mandatory meetings.
• Alert Supervisor to student absences, especially on first, third and fifth absence occurrences.
• Perform other tasks that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety awareness

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OSHA 10-hour certification

EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Transition Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Tidewater Tech in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Building and Construction Trades Instructor to deliver high-quality instruction and hands-on training across multiple trades, including air conditioning and refrigeration, plumbing, and flooring, to prepare students for skilled trades careers.

The role requires strong communication, organizational, and teaching abilities, with a commitment to maintaining up-to-date instructional resources.