Woodworking/CNC Instructor

Area Cooperative Educational Services; Hamden (CT); Hybrid; USD 49,593 - 57,859; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Impactful work with youth

Renewable contract based on performance

Job summary

Area Cooperative Educational Services in Connecticut is seeking an experienced contractor to provide specialized training in CNC woodworking for adjudicated youth. Instructors will work flexible hours, guiding students in acquiring valuable skills and certifications.

The ideal candidate will possess expertise in CNC operations and woodworking, with a strong ability to mentor students. This role is crucial in helping youth reintegrate into their communities and prepare for future careers in advanced manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC woodworking and machine programming.
• Ability to design and deliver practical instruction to students.
• Advanced expertise in woodworking applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide foundational and advanced training for youth in vocational skills.
• Prepare students for certifications in woodworking.
• Mentor adjudicated youth to support their career opportunities.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Woodworking applications

Mentoring and teaching skills

Education

NIMS certifications

MSSC certifications

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Region wide - Hamden, CT 06517

Position Type: Contractor

Salary Range: $36.00 - $42.00 Hourly

We are seeking experienced and certified instructors to provide foundational and advanced training for juvenile justice‑adjudicated youth in residential and detention center settings throughout the state of Connecticut. These positions offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of youth by equipping them with valuable career skills and certifications. Instructors will dedicate 8-10 hours per week (evenings and weekends) to preparing students for certification and workforce readiness.

ACES collaborates with the state's juvenile justice department, providing vocational training for youth in residential settings throughout Connecticut. Placement will be decided upon by the department, ACES, and the specific need, in collaboration with the instructor.

• Status: Contract position
• Schedule: Flexible, based on program needs (may include evenings/weekends).
• Compensation: Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience and instructor credentials.
• Duration: Renewable contract, contingent upon funding, performance, and program outcomes.

We are seeking a highly skilled instructor with advanced experience in CNC woodworking to teach specialized courses for our youth. The ideal candidate will have expertise in CNC machine operation, programming, and woodworking applications, with the ability to design and deliver hands‑on, practical instruction. Candidates with CNC woodworking certifications or related industry‑recognized credentials are strongly preferred, as these ensure alignment with current industry standards. This role requires both technical proficiency and the ability to mentor and inspire students as they gain skills that support future career opportunities in woodworking and advanced manufacturing.

By joining this initiative, instructors will play a vital role in empowering adjudicated youth with practical skills, certifications, and opportunities for a brighter future. These vocational programs are part of a transformative effort to prepare students for successful reintegration into their communities and productive career pathways.

Qualifications

NIMS or MSSC certifications and/or trades experience and education.