Part time Contract Trainer III: Electrical Program Curriculum Development -82468

St. Charles Community College; Cottleville (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Charles Community College in Cottleville, MO is seeking a part-time Contract Trainer III for Electrical Program Curriculum Development. This role involves designing classes and a program that aligns with industry standards at the new Regional Workforce Innovation Center in Wentzville, MO.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the electrical trade and strong project management and communication skills. Responsibilities include curriculum design, collaboration with various stakeholders, and advising on program approval processes.

Qualifications

• Licensed journeyman/master electrician or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and workforce needs.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design curriculum, courses, and program structure in alignment with standards.
• Collaborate with instructors and local industry partners.
• Develop strategies for student recruitment, retention, and success.

Skills

Knowledge of current practices in the Electricity industry

Curriculum design

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Licensed journeyman/master electrician or equivalent experience

Job description

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two‑year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six‑county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. Opening Fall 2025, the Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high quality education in a state‑of‑the‑art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life‑long learning within a global society".

SCC is seeking an experienced part‑time Contract Trainer III: Electrical Program Curriculum Development to lead the development of a new credit‑based Electrical Program at our new Regional Workforce Innovation Center in Wentzville, MO. This individual will be responsible for designing classes and a comprehensive program that prepares students for careers in the electrical trade aligned with industry standards and accreditation requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The selected candidate will demonstrate knowledge of current practices in the Electricity industry/educational hands‑on experience. They will define how to assess student learning outcomes, foster effective learning in both classroom and lab settings.

• Design curriculum, courses, and program structure in alignment with SCC standards and industry needs.
• Collaborate with instructors, administrators, and local industry partners to ensure program relevance and quality.
• Identify necessary facilities, equipment, and instructional resources.
• Advise and assist in securing approvals from state and accrediting bodies.
• Develop strategies for student recruitment, retention, and success.
• Provide guidance on instructor hiring and program launch.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed journeyman/master electrician or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and workforce needs.
• Knowledge of electrical grids, regulations, power generation, power transmission, and power distribution.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

• This is a temporary, project‑based position that will end upon project completion.
• Pay rate and length of assignment will be determined prior to employment and documented in the employment agreement.

St. Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.