Part - Time Instructor, Building Trades - FY 2027

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of Southern Nevada is seeking a Part-Time Instructor for Building Trades in Las Vegas to deliver high-quality classroom, lab, and hands-on instruction. The role supports workforce education initiatives and may involve teaching at multiple sites, including off-site locations, with emphasis on safety and competency-based training.

Responsibilities include developing plans aligned with industry standards, preparing students for NCCER Core, OSHA 10/30, and First Aid/CPR credentials, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in the building or construction trades.
• Demonstrated expertise in carpentry, construction, framing, or related skilled trades.
• Working knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards.
• Ability to teach and mentor adult learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience with curriculum development and Canvas LMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in building trades.
• Develop lesson plans and competency-based instructional materials aligned with industry standards.
• Prepare students for nationally recognized credentials including NCCER Core, OSHA 10/30, and First Aid/CPR.
• Maintain a safe instructional environment and proper PPE usage.
• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback and coaching.
• Collaborate with local contractors, employers, labor organizations, apprenticeship programs, and workforce partners.

Skills

OSHA safety

Adult instruction

Curriculum development

Student mentoring

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years building trades experience

Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's in Construction Management

Tools

Canvas LMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Part - Time Instructor, Building Trades - FY 2027

Job Description

The Part-Time Building Trades Instructor provides high-qualityclassroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction that preparesstudents for employment and advancement in the constructionindustry. The instructor delivers competency-based training alignedwith industry standards, employer needs, and nationally recognizedcredentials while fostering a culture of safety, professionalism,and student success. Instruction may occur in classrooms,construction laboratories, employer worksites, correctionalfacilities, community training centers, and other off-siteinstructional locations.

This position supports the College of Southern Nevada's Division ofWorkforce Education by developing and delivering short-termworkforce training, customized employer training,pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship, and career pathway programs inthe building and construction trades.

This position may require that a criminal background check beconducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizationalneeds.

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse andever-changing community.

CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S.

CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

Essential Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom, laboratory, and hands-oninstruction in building trades including:
• Construction Fundamentals
• Carpentry
• Residential and Commercial Construction
• Blueprint Reading
• Framing
• Drywall Installation and Repair
• Finish Carpentry
• Construction Materials
• Construction Mathematics
• Tool Identification and Safe Use
• OSHA Construction Safety
• Develop lesson plans and competency-based instructional materials aligned with industry standards.
• Prepare students for nationally recognized industry credentialsincluding NCCER Core, OSHA 10/30, and First Aid/CPR certifications.
• Maintain a safe instructional environment by enforcing OSHA regulations and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback and coaching.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, certification records,and other required documentation.
• Collaborate with local contractors, employers, labororganizations, apprenticeship programs, and workforce partners toensure training meets industry demand.
• Assist with student recruitment, retention, completion, and employment placement efforts.
• Maintain instructional equipment, laboratories, tools, and supply inventories.
• Participate in curriculum development and continuous programimprovement initiatives.
• Support grant-funded workforce training and customized employertraining programs.
• Participate in professional development to remain current withconstruction methods, technologies, building codes, andinstructional best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the building or construction trades.
• Demonstrated expertise in carpentry, construction, framing, or related skilled trades.
• Working knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively teach and mentor adult learners fromdiverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management,Building Construction, Workforce Education, or a relatedfield.
• Experience teaching in a community college, apprenticeship, union training, military, or workforce development setting.
• Experience developing competency-based curriculum.
• Experience using Learning Management Systems (Canvas orequivalent).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Experience collaborating with employers and industry advisory committees.

Preferred Industry Credentials:

• NCCER Instructor Certification
• NCCER Core Certification
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• First Aid/CPR
• Journey-level certification or state licensure in a construction trade

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Adult learning principles
• Residential and commercial construction practices
• Blueprint interpretation
• Construction mathematics
• OSHA safety compliance
• Classroom and laboratory management
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to motivate, coach, and mentor students
• Commitment to workforce development and student success
• Ability to establish productive relationships with industrypartners

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely demonstrate the use of construction tools and equipment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Core Competencies

• Student-centered instruction
• Workforce and employer engagement
• Safety leadership
• Equity and inclusion
• Professionalism and integrity
• Continuous improvement
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Innovation in workforce education

Hourly Pay

$40.00 per hour. Hours may include daytime, evening, and occasional weekend instruction based on program needs.

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

48.8%

Required Attachment(s)

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (optional)

Posting Close Date

06/30/2027

About Us

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) creates opportunities and changes lives through access to quality teaching, services, and experiences that enrich our diverse community. CSN has three main campuses in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson and multiple sites and centers.

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.

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