Lead Trade School Instructor - NCCER Standards & Hands-on

Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused training organization in Charlotte is seeking a Program Director. This role involves overseeing the development and implementation of trade program curricula in Carpentry, Electrical, or HVAC fields, leading instructional delivery, and ensuring compliance with NCCER standards. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Development or related fields, along with extensive experience in training and leadership roles. This position promises a dynamic environment dedicated to fostering community and industry connections.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing and conducting training in construction trades.
• 2+ years in leadership or teaching roles.
• NCCER certification and familiarity with OSHA regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of trade program curricula.
• Lead instructional delivery in Carpentry, Electrical or HVAC.
• Maintain OSHA standards for safety.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional delivery

Data entry

Mentorship

Knowledge of OSHA standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Development or related field

Job description

Duties

Responsible for developing, coordinating, and providing high-quality education and training programs to students for the Construction Services Department. Delivers National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curricula while ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory compliance with NCCER and OSHA regulations by performing the following duties:

Description

SUMMARY

Duties

Responsible for developing, coordinating, and providing high-quality education and training programs to students for the Construction Services Department. Delivers National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curricula while ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory compliance with NCCER and OSHA regulations by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES are listed below in order of importance, from most important to least important.

Overseas the development, implementation and improvement of all trade program curricula.

Leads the instructional delivery of a specialized craft in either Carpentry, Electrical or HVAC.

Ensures program adherence to NCCER standards and assists in managing the NCCERconnect Learning Management System (LMS). Ensures all instructors are certified and deliver training based upon NCCER standards. Assists with setting up and managing NCCERconnect.

Performs Salesforce and NCCER data entry, processes client background checks, maintains a database of required and completed training courses, and prepares reports for management, as appropriate.

Develops and implements hands-on projects that are aligned with and reinforce concepts.

Obtains and integrates information into training services, curriculum, text instructional materials, and tests from Goodwill partners to meet current industry requirements.

Collaborates actively with business subject matter experts in developing/enhancing curriculum to ensure that courses meet industry standards and business hiring needs.

Plans, organizes, and directs training activities using various media and leveraging partner agencies. Incorporates techniques to accommodate all learning styles.

Provides guidance and mentorship to Instructor Assistants to maintain instructional excellence and program consistency.

Monitors daily schedule compliance for instructors.

Maintains OSHA standards to ensure a safe learning environment for students and staff while keeping abreast of regulatory changes and promptly implementing adjustments as appropriate.

Oversees inventory of Construction Basics tools and equipment, ensuring they are well-maintained.

Facilitates procurement of necessary tools, supplies, and materials for instructional purposes.

Maintains knowledge of industry trends to identify evolving training needs.

Assigns, tracks and procures textbooks and loaner laptops.

Develops and administers written and practical exams for evaluating the performance of students.

Supports student recruitment and engages in community-based activities.

Collaborates with other GISP department leadership to identify client training needs and client community support services.

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university in Organizational Development, Adult Learning, Business or related field or minimum of five years’ experience developing, coordinating and conducting training in construction and trades industries and two years in leadership or teaching roles, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. NCCER certification and familiarity with OSHA regulations (OSHA 10 Certification preferred). Obtain NCCER Instructor under the Accreditation Sponsorship of GISP.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Driver’s License (Class C), car insurance and reliable automobile required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly (more than 2/3 of the day) required to hear and stand. The team member frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the day) is required to sit, talk, walk and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The team member will occasionally be required to climb ladders/scaffolding, wear safety equipment (i.e. hard hats, safety glasses, tool belt, construction boots, etc.), lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs, stoop kneel, crouch, or crawl in awkward positions.