Construction & Infrastructure Instructor- Corrections Ed

Captivate Perspective Corporation•Washington, DC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction & Infrastructure Instructor is responsible for delivering industry-aligned training programs to justice-involved youth and adult learners within correctional facilities and re-entry environments. This role focuses on equipping participants with foundational construction skills, industry certifications, employability competencies, and career readiness tools necessary for successful transition into the workforce. The instructor will facilitate hands-on and classroom-based instruction in areas such as carpentry, electrical basics, plumbing fundamentals, safety protocols, and infrastructure systems, while maintaining compliance with correctional regulations and fostering a structured, trauma-informed learning environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in construction, infrastructure, or skilled trades.
Knowledge of industry standards such as NCCER and OSHA.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred in Construction, Education, or related field.
Prior teaching, training, or workforce development experience preferred.
Experience working with justice-involved populations, at-risk youth, or adult learners strongly preferred.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
CPR/First Aid Certification.
Teaching or workforce development credential (preferred).

Responsibilities

Deliver structured, competency-based instruction in core construction fundamentals (carpentry, drywall, basic electrical, plumbing), infrastructure concepts (roads, utilities, public works systems), and tool identification, safety, and proper usage.
Implement industry-recognized curricula (e.g., NCCER, pre-apprenticeship frameworks, OSHA-10/30).
Facilitate hands-on simulations and project-based learning experiences aligned with real-world job tasks.
Differentiate instruction for youth (ages 14–24) and adult learners with varying literacy and skill levels.
Maintain classroom control and establish clear behavioral expectations within secure facilities.
Adapt instruction to high-distraction, high-noise environments (e.g., housing units).
Ensure compliance with all institutional policies, including approved materials usage, movement protocols, security procedures, and contraband prevention.
Build rapport with participants while maintaining professional boundaries.
Integrate employability skills into all instruction, including resume development, mock interviews, and workplace communication and professionalism.
Prepare participants for employment pathways such as apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships, entry-level construction roles, and union and non-union career tracks.
Connect training content to labor market demand and regional workforce needs.
Conduct pre- and post-assessments to measure skill acquisition.
Track attendance, participation, and performance metrics.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with program and agency requirements.
Provide weekly or biweekly reports on participant progress.
Work closely with case managers, re-entry specialists, facility staff, and workforce partners and employers.
Participate in program planning, curriculum refinement, and continuous improvement efforts.
Support job placement and transition planning initiatives.
Enforce OSHA safety standards and promote a culture of workplace safety.
Conduct safety demonstrations and ensure proper use of tools and equipment.
Maintain inventory of instructional materials and tools in accordance with facility guidelines.