Summary/Purpose |
The Electrical Program Instructor position is responsible for providing quality instruction to diverse adult learners aligned with the Council on Occupational Education’s standards for Pre-Apprentice Electrician certification. This position works continuously to support Summit’s mission to prepare students for living wage jobs through training, curriculum development and classroom management. |
Essential Functions |
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Responsible for teaching program course objectives as established by Summit Academy OIC.
- Maintain curriculum, course descriptions, lesson plans and course outlines that ensure student safety, are developmentally appropriate and appeal to a variety of learning styles.
- Teach adult students in a competency-based format through lectures, demonstration and other recognized instructional techniques.
- Prepare students for employment and continued education through modeling learning and behavior consistent with industry expectations, and occasional delivery of personal development classes.
- Evaluate student progress and maintain student records, including up-to-date student attendance records, grades, progress reports and course files.
- Monitor safety of students, classroom and tools according to safety guidelines.
- Coordinate, lead and supervise student field trips to advance student learning.
- Manage tool and material inventory necessary to meet course objectives.
- Substitute teach for other instructors as necessary.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of business and industry and recommend modification of program objectives and curriculum where appropriate.
- Participate in student orientation and assemblies, student conference, faculty/staff committees, unit staff meetings, organizational staff meetings and other meetings as appropriate and/or required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
- Ability to effectively demonstrate the tools and installation techniques of an electrician.
- Ability to teach people of various abilities and diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent communication skills, especially: oral, interpersonal and presentation.
- Basic computer proficiency.
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Supervisory Responsibility |
None. |
Work Environment |
This job operates in a professional school setting which requires instructors to maintain professional appearance and attitude. The work environment is fast paced and requires time management and prioritization of job duties. |
Physical Demands |
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to work with natural and synthetic materials.
- Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools.
- Stooping, crouching and bending, and other similar functions.
- Ability to speak to large public audiences.
- Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
- Must have a valid MN Driver’s License or State ID.
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Position Type and Expected Hours of Work |
This is a part-time exempt position (it is not eligible for overtime). Hours are Monday through Thursday, 4:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, 8:00 a. m. – 4:00 p. m. |
Travel |
Local travel may be required to fulfill job duties. |
Required Education & Experience |
- A high school diploma or General Education Equivalent (GED).
- Completion of a course of study in the electrician trade under the direction and supervision of an established school or apprenticeship program.
- A minimum of 4000 hours recent experience as an electrician, or a combination of two years related post-secondary training and hands-on occupational experience.
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Preferred Education & Experience |
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 1-2 years of teaching experience, preferably with adult learners.
- First Aid & CPR Certified
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Other Duties |
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. |
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