Technical Educator Instructor, Building and Trades Career

Tallahassee State College; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Florida benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Tallahassee State College seeks a Technical Educator Instructor for Building and Trades at the Santa Rosa Annex in Milton, FL. This full-time, grant-funded role involves delivering NCCER-aligned curricula, guiding students toward industry certifications, and maintaining records.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or a Bachelor’s degree with relevant occupational experience, and will participate in professional development and collaboration with Florida DOC/Vocational projects.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in the vocation being taught or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution, and two years of occupational experience in the vocation being taught; or additional education or training may substitute on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required experience.
• High school diploma or its equivalent or a Bachelor’s degree with occupational experience in the vocation being taught.

Responsibilities

• Teach an appropriate career/technical education program through lectures, group, or individual instruction.
• Deliver Building and Trades Preparation through lectures, demonstrations, and tests.
• Guide and advise students on academic and career pathways.
• Complete paperwork and maintain accurate attendance and certification records.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development sessions.

Skills

Experience in vocation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team at Tallahassee State CollegeTechnical Educator Instructor, Building and Trades CareerTallahassee State College (TSC), recently recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges (2025), one of the Nation’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For (2025), and a Great Colleges to Work For (2025), is excited to announce a full-time, grant-funded opening for the position of Technical Educator Instructor, Building and Trades Career – P12384 located at the Santa Rosa Annex in Milton, Florida with Workforce Development/DOC – Vocational Training.We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to fostering a vibrant workplace community.What You’ll DoThe Instructor’s major functions are to teach an appropriate, assigned career/technical education program through the facilitation of a teaching environment (lecture, group, or individual) targeting a diverse population resulting in the earning of appropriate industry recognized certifications. The instructor also works with the student and the educational staff to assist students with an academic and career pathways plan.Day-to-day, you’ll be responsible for:Teach an appropriate, assigned career/technical education program through the facilitation of a teaching environment (lecture, group, or individual) targeting a diverse population resulting in the earning of appropriate industry recognized certifications. Deliver Building and Trades Preparation through lectures, question/answer sessions, demonstrations, PowerPoint presentations, simulations, collaborative exercises and tests.Guide and advise students, including those with academic problems and recommend resources available to enhance student success. Stay current with Florida Department of Education technical assistance paper reports. Create a community of learners, model mutual respect, and demonstrate positive expectations for student behavior. Demonstrate instructional balance in learning by acting as the student’s model, coach and mentor. Provide a combination of whole-group and small-group instruction utilizing paired activities, team projects, and independent work.Complete paperwork, maintain records, including students, and assist with tracking critical data elements such as industry recognized certifications. Access computer databases to review student test scores, complete lesson plans, class roosters, and accurate attendance records. Practice cooperative learning techniques and utilize formative and summative assessments for advisement and placement. Identify and develop a universal instructional design and select appropriate materials for effective lessons and individualized learning capabilities.Attend and participate in staff meetings, attend and complete professional development training and attend other meetings on behalf of the project. Perform other duties as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. All student files are kept in a manner that aligns with FDC procedures, NCCER, Florida Department of Education (FDOE) and Tallahassee State College’s rules, procedures, regulations and standards. Maintain a good working relationship with Florida Department of Corrections staff, community partners and other providers working with the DOC Vocational Project.Work with the students and the educational staff to assist students with an academic and career pathways plan. Maintain a safe instructional environment while safeguarding and maintaining equipment and tools. Maintenance and storage of all tools follow Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) regulations. Ensure the classroom location conforms to all federal/state/local legal requirements for safety, health, and accessibility outlined by NCCER. And offer adequate lighting, heating, cooling, ventilation, writing surfaces, and seating.Who We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking a candidate who brings not only technical expertise but also a passion for education and student success. Our ideal candidate will have:High school diploma or its equivalent.Six years of experience in the vocation being taught ora Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution, and two years of occupational experience in the vocation being taught; or additional education or training may substitute on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required experience.What We OfferWe offer more than just a competitive salary of $65,650.50 annually. When you join the team at TSC, you’ll also enjoy:Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System.Opportunities for professional development.A generous leave policy, including 11 federally paid holidays.Tuition reimbursement programs for continuous learning.Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events.Please visit the College's Benefits site to see the full list of benefits and opportunities.A Little About UsEstablished in 1966, Tallahassee State College is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students from Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, as well as from throughout the state, nation, and abroad. TSC offers a wide range of academic and workforce training programs, including associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and in-demand certifications. Consistently ranked as one of the top colleges in the nation, our vision is to be recognized as your College of Choice.