Workforce Instructor - Continuing Education

Lamar State College-Orange; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Lamar State College-Orange (LSCO) seeks a Workforce Trainer/Instructor to deliver high-quality continuing education and workforce training for adults. Courses may occur on campus, at partner facilities, or other designated sites and include technical, industrial, safety, or professional development topics.

Responsibilities include delivering classroom and hands-on instruction, preparing materials, maintaining a safe learning environment, tracking attendance and assessments, and collaborating

Qualifications

• Experience in the subject area to be taught.
• Ability to communicate technical information to adult learners.
• Ability to provide classroom and hands-on instruction.
• Ability to work with diverse educational and professional backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain required records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom, laboratory, hands-on, or workplace-based instruction in assigned subject areas.
• Prepare instructional materials, demonstrations, activities, and assessments for adult learners.
• Maintain a safe, professional learning environment.
• Demonstrate proper procedures, equipment use, and industry best practices.
• Monitor participant progress and provide feedback and assistance as needed.
• Maintain attendance, completion, assessments, and other course documentation.
• Collaborate with industry partners to support customized training needs and workforce development goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Industry knowledge

Explain concepts clearly

Hands-on instruction

Diversity awareness

Recordkeeping

Time management

Independent work

Education

Education/training in subject area

Job description

LSCO is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

If you have questions, please email the Human Resources department at [e-mail] or call 409-882-3905.

We value the safety of all members of the Gator Community at our beautiful campus on the Sabine River. LSCO publishes an Annual Security Report that provides information regarding campus Safety & Security, including topics such as crime reporting policies, information regarding programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking, the procedures the College will follow when one of these crimes is reported, and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes.

If you would like to receive a paper copy of the Annual Security Report, you can stop by the Clery Compliance & Title IX Office, located in the Ron Lewis Building, Room 222C, during regular business hours. You can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 409-882-3910 or emailing [e-mail] .

Job Summary

The Workforce Trainer/Instructor provides high-quality instruction for continuing education and workforce training programs. This position supports the development of a skilled workforce by delivering industry-relevant training to employees, job seekers, and other adult learners.
Training may be provided on campus, at an industry partner’s facility, or at other designated training locations. Courses may include technical, industrial, safety, professional development, skilled trades, equipment, or other customized workforce training based on the needs of the college and its industry partners.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom, laboratory, hands-on, or workplace-based instruction in assigned subject areas as deemed appropriate.
• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course objectives, industry standards, and partner expectations.
• Prepare instructional materials, demonstrations, activities, and assessments appropriate for adult learners.
• Maintain a safe, professional, and effective learning environment.
• Demonstrate proper procedures, equipment use, and industry best practices as applicable to the course.
• Monitor participant progress and provide feedback and assistance as needed.
• Maintain accurate attendance, completion, assessment, and other required course documentation.
• Communicate effectively with Continuing Education/Workforce staff regarding course needs, scheduling, participant progress, and training outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with industry partners to support customized training needs and workforce development goals.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable industry practices, technologies, regulations, and standards.
• Ensure training equipment and instructional materials are used safely and appropriately.
• Represent the college professionally when providing training at partner locations or within the community.
• Perform other duties related to workforce and continuing education instruction as assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated education, training, certification, and/or professional experience related to the subject area being taught.
• Practical knowledge and experience within the applicable industry or occupational field.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical or professional information to adult learners.
• Ability to provide both classroom and hands-on instruction, when applicable.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educational, professional, and experience backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain required records and documentation.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of current industry standards and practices within the assigned instructional area.
• Ability to explain concepts clearly and provide effective hands-on demonstrations.
• Ability to adapt instruction to varying levels of participant experience and ability.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and professional conduct.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with college staff and industry partners.

Work Environment

Instruction may occur in traditional classrooms, laboratories, shops, industrial facilities, outdoor environments, or other workplace settings depending on the course. Evening, weekend, or variable schedules may be required based on training and industry partner needs.

Physical requirements and working conditions may vary depending on the subject matter and training environment.

Employment Status

Workforce Instructors may be employed on a part-time, temporary, adjunct, or course-by-course basis depending on program needs. Teaching assignments are based on enrollment, industry partner demand, instructor qualifications, and course availability.

LSCO is an E-Verify Employer.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.