Workforce Development Instructor - Construction

Sowela Technical Community College; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Delta Community College seeks a Workforce Development Instructor in Construction to design and teach NCCER-related courses and labs. You will ensure safety, assess student performance, and prepare learners for industry credentials.

You will collaborate with employers for internships and keep content current with industry standards while delivering engaging, hands-on instruction in a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of verifiable construction experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain NCCER CCI credentials.
• OSHA 510/500 Outreach Trainer certification.
• NSC Lift Truck Instructor certification.
• AHA BLS Instructor certification.
• Strong knowledge of construction site safety, materials handling, concrete placement, trenching, demolition, and other laborer skills.
• Ability to deliver engaging instruction to diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach courses in construction related programs (NCCER Construction Craft Laborer, Construction Site Safety, Core, etc).
• Facilitate both classroom-based learning and hands-on lab instruction with safety compliance.
• Evaluate student performance via written and performance-based assessments.
• Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications.
• Collaborate with employers to facilitate internships, apprenticeships, and job placements.
• Stay updated on industry advancements and integrate them into course content.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal workforce training standards.
• Maintain accurate student records and report outcomes to funding agencies.
• Foster a positive, engaging learning environment and collaborate with program staff.
• Perform administrative, mentorship, or support duties to ensure program success.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Classroom management

Hands-on technical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

NCCER Certified Craft Instructor (CCI) credentials

OSHA 510/500 Outreach Trainer certification

NSC Lift Truck Instructor certification

AHA BLS Instructor certification

Job description

Workforce Development Instructor - Construction

Workforce Development Instructor - Construction Job no: 495742 Closes: Work Type: Staff Full-Time Locations: Monroe, LA Categories: Workforce Development & Education

College: Louisiana Delta Community College

Department: Workforce & Economic Development

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Administrative/Staff

Duty and Responsibilities:

• Develop and teach courses in construction related programs, such as NCCER Construction Craft Laborer, Construction Site Safety, Core, etc.
• Facilitate both classroom-based learning and hands-on lab instruction, ensuring safety and compliance with OSHA standards.
• Evaluate student performance through written and performance-based assessments in accordance with NCCER standards and other accrediting agencies.
• Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications
• Collaborate with employers to facilitate internships, apprenticeships, and job placements.
• Stay updated on industry advancements and integrate them into course content while utilizing instructional best practices
• Ensure compliance with state and federal workforce training standards.
• Maintain accurate student records (attendance, grades, and certifications) and report outcomes to funding agencies and workforce partners.
• Foster a positive, engaging, and respectful learning environment.
• Collaborate with program staff to support student success, program development, and continuous improvement.
• Perform administrative, mentorship, or support duties among other roles as needed to ensure the success of the training program and organization.

Required Education:

• Minimum 8 years of verifiable experience in construction or a related skilled trade.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain the following credentials
  • NCCER Certified Craft Instructor (CCI) credentials
  • OSHA 510/500 Outreach Trainer certification.
  • NSC Lift Truck Instructor certification.
  • AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) Instructor certification.
• Strong knowledge of construction site safety, materials handling, concrete placement, trenching, demolition, and other laborer skills.
• Ability to deliver engaging instruction to diverse learners.
• Strong communication, organizational, computer, and classroom management skills.
• Strong hands-on technical skills and ability to train students in real-world applications.
• Ability to work with diverse learners, including adult education and workforce development students.

Benefits:

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Louisiana Delta Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.