Adjunct Building Trades Instructor, CBE Open-Entry/Self-Paced-Restricted to current CTC Employees
About The Position
Responsible for instructing students in core skills related to residential and light industrial construction, including blueprint reading, material usage, site preparation, structural framing, finish work, cabinet and trim installation, basic plumbing and electrical systems, and cost estimating, with an emphasis on safety, code compliance, and hands-on application. The position involves developing and delivering curriculum, providing hands-on instruction, assessing student progress, maintaining tools, equipment, and facilities, and fostering strong industry connections to prepare students for successful careers in the Building Trades industry.
Requirements
- Associate Degree from a nationally, regionally or identified at the state level accredited institution of higher education
- Directly related work experience, professional licensure, and/or industry certifications.
- Knowledge of building trades and construction technology theory, practice, materials, tools, codes, and safety standards relevant to residential and light industrial applications.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices.
- Knowledge of hazardous materials handling, storage, disposal, and required recordkeeping.
- Knowledge of proper use and maintenance of industry tools, equipment, and service publications.
- Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair procedures used in instructional lab setting.
- Knowledge of instructional delivery techniques and learning assessments.
- Skills to apply construction techniques across residential and light industrial projects, including framing, masonry, plumbing, electrical, finish work, and installation of structural components.
- Skills to interpret technical documents such as blueprints, codes, and specifications to guide construction planning, material use, and code-compliant execution.
- Skills to operate tools and perform trade-specific calculations using hand and power tools, precision instruments, and accurate measurement and estimating methods.
- Skills to communicate effectively and present/convey complex technical concepts.
- Skills to solve problems and think critically.
- Skills to organize and manage time and tasks.
- Skills to use an LMS (e.g., Blackboard) to deliver curriculum and track student progress.
- Skills to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
- Ability to engage and motivate students with various learning styles and backgrounds.
- Ability to design and deliver hands-on training activities and assessments.
- Ability to maintain industry partnerships and collaborate with local businesses.
- Ability to stay current with advancements in building trades and construction technology.
- Ability to update curriculum accordingly.
- Ability to maintain a professional and pleasant demeanor when interacting with students, colleagues, and the public.
- Ability to maintain accurate and complete records in compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to be fair, impartial, and objective in assessing student performance and handling classroom/lab situations.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively with limited supervision.
Responsibilities
- Instructing students in core skills related to residential and light industrial construction
- Developing and delivering curriculum
- Providing hands-on instruction
- Assessing student progress
- Maintaining tools, equipment, and facilities
- Fostering strong industry connections
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
