Maritime Multi-Craft Apprentice Instructor

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College; Mississippi; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is seeking an experienced instructor for the Maritime Multi Craft Apprentice program. You will teach assigned courses, maintain student records, and support apprentice development, delivering instruction at scheduled times and ensuring a safe, effective learning environment.

Responsibilities include advising students, assisting with curriculum development, collaborating with the advisory committee, and staying current in maritime crafts.

Qualifications

• Apprentice graduate or prior teaching experience with 10 years maritime multi craft work experience.
• Prior RTI instruction for maritime industry.
• Ability to obtain NCCER credentials in multiple maritime crafts.
• Strong interpersonal and written skills.
• Experience working with craft labor unions.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses at scheduled times and maintain student records.
• Prepare for and deliver instruction while supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment.
• Assist with curriculum development and program evaluation to maintain course effectiveness.
• Routinely access student performance and advise students in matters related to their programs of study.
• Promote the education/training program and participate in recruitment and retention efforts.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings and comply with college policies.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Written communication

RTI instruction experience

NCCER credentials readiness

Experience with craft labor unions

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Job Duties

• Prepare for and deliver instruction while supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, being aware of and responding to student needs, and managing effective instructional activities.
• Assist with curriculum development and program evaluation to maintain course effectiveness.
• Responsible for maintaining classroom and laboratory areas including upkeep of assigned equipment.
• Routinely access student performance and advise students in matters related to their programs of study.
• Assume responsibilities for teaching not only skills and knowledge, but also good citizenship, respect for the rights of others, and the proper attitude toward the college, both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Collaborate with the advisory committee in program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Abide by all Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College policies and procedures.
• Promote the education/training program and regularly participate in efforts to recruit and retain students.
• Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
• Attend appropriate conferences, workshops, and seminars to facilitate professional development.
• Maintain certifications, continue professional development, and stay current and up to date in program of study/field.
• Comply with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Reports to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Maritime Training Academy Director or designee.
• Provide accurate training documentation for all apprentices as appropriate.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Classification Title

Position Number

Position Number 7PR999

Rank

Rank Instructor

Job Description

Responsible for the teaching of assigned courses at assigned times, maintaining student records and other responsibilities inherent in the Maritime Multi Craft Apprentice Instructor position.

Mandatory Qualifications

• (M1) Apprentice graduate or prior teaching experience from an accredited school/college/university with a minimum of 10 years maritime multi craft work experience.
• (M2) Prior experience with related technical instruction ( RTI ) for maritime industry.
• (M3) Ability to obtain NCCER credentials in multiple maritime crafts.
• (M4) Strong interpersonal and written skills.
• (M5) Prior experience working with craft labor unions.

Desirable Qualifications

• D1) Associate’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• (D2) Teaching experience in a community college and/or high school setting.
• (D3) Multi-media instructional delivery experience.
• (D4) Minimum of 2 years maritime supervisory experience.
• (D5) Prior experience with curriculum development.

EEO Statement

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address [e-mail].

The College:

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, The Bryant Center at Tradition, Biloxi, MS; Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Haley Reeves Barbour Maritime Training Academy, Pascagoula, MS; Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; The West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.

State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.

Classification

Classification Faculty

Open Date

Open Date 08/03/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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