Electrical Technician Lead Instructor

Dorsey College • Madison Heights, MI

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About The Position

The Electrical Technician Lead Instructor serves as the instructional leader of the Dorsey College Electrical Technician Program. The role delivers instruction across multiple course subjects and provides campus-level program oversight, curriculum support, and mentorship to fellow instructors. The instructor brings broad electrical trade knowledge, classroom and instructional management experience, and educational leadership skills to support student success and program excellence in a motivating, professional, and inclusive learning environment.

The position plans and delivers classroom lessons and hands-on labs, connects electrical theory to real-world work, and adapts instruction to students’ needs and skill levels. It demonstrates electrical techniques, troubleshooting, safe work practices, and proper use of tools and test equipment, including instruction in the National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant industry standards. The instructor prepares and maintains a safe, organized lab, evaluates student work, provides feedback, supports struggling or absent students, and applies attendance and conduct policies fairly.

The Lead Instructor mentors full-time and adjunct instructors, supports new-instructor orientation, observes classes, provides constructive feedback, and coordinates coverage and scheduling. In partnership with the Program Director and Academic Dean, the role supports course sequencing, materials, assessments, program improvement, student outcomes, and retention. It also maintains course records, communicates with students and campus leadership, supports enrollment, retention, and job placement, oversees lab supplies, participates in meetings and program reviews, maintains employer relationships, and represents the program at industry events and advisory board functions. The position follows college policies, applicable regulations, FERPA requirements, and campus and OSHA safety standards.

This is a full-time, salaried position. The schedule is 3–4 classes per 6-week module. Compensation is a competitive salary based on electrical trade knowledge, teaching experience, and leadership. The role is eligible for the full-time employee benefits package.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least five years of electrical trade experience or equivalent.
• Working knowledge across a broad range of electrical technician subjects to support varying classes.
• Deep working knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, circuitry, and theory across Electrical Technician course subjects; knowledge of the NEC, applicable electrical codes, and OSHA safety practices.
• Ability to explain electrical concepts clearly, develop lessons and assessments, and deliver engaging classroom and hands-on instruction suited to adult learners.
• Ability to lead and mentor diverse instructors and students, review student outcomes, and guide improvements with the Program Director.
• Knowledge of student retention, educational leadership, accreditation standards, DOL apprenticeship requirements, and applicable program regulations.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills to balance courses, leadership responsibilities, and campus priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with professional and ethical conduct.
• Proficiency with computers for course management and recordkeeping, Microsoft Office, and basic instructional technology.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Dorsey College policies.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during classroom and lab instruction, and to sit or stand for extended periods during online instruction and administrative tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; bend, kneel, reach, and work in confined spaces as course content requires.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to use electrical tools, test equipment, and computers.
• Ability to use required online tools and digital platforms and to see, hear, and communicate clearly for instruction and lab safety.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching, training, or mentoring experience in a trade or educational setting.
• Completion of a recognized electrical trade program.
• Michigan Journeyman Electrician License.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver classroom lessons and hands-on labs across multiple course subjects, connecting electrical theory to real-world work and adapting instruction to student needs and skill levels.
• Demonstrate electrical techniques, troubleshooting, safe work practices, and proper use of tools, test equipment, and materials; teach the NEC and relevant industry standards.
• Prepare and maintain safe, organized lab materials and equipment; inspect equipment and report problems; maintain a respectful classroom and apply attendance and conduct policies fairly.
• Evaluate student work, provide timely grades and feedback, support struggling students, follow up with absent students, and refer students to campus resources as needed.
• Lead, mentor, and support full-time and adjunct instructors; orient new instructors, observe classes, provide constructive feedback, and coordinate class coverage and scheduling.
• Work with the Program Director on course sequencing, materials, assessments, and program improvement.
• Review student outcomes and retention with the Program Director and Academic Dean and recommend improvements.
• Use online tools to organize courses, communicate with students, and maintain attendance and grades; submit required records and reports.
• Communicate student, instructor, and program needs to campus leadership.
• Work with campus teams to support enrollment, retention, and job placement; attend required meetings and campus events; substitute for unavailable instructors when the existing class schedule allows.
• Oversee lab supplies and coordinate pickups; support campus operations outside scheduled classroom hours; participate in required program reviews and reporting; perform other duties assigned by campus leadership.
• Keep trade knowledge and teaching practices current through professional development.
• Maintain employer relationships and represent the program at industry events, employer meetings, and advisory board functions.
• Follow college policies, program requirements, applicable regulations, and campus and OSHA safety standards; protect student privacy and confidentiality under FERPA and other applicable laws.

Benefits

• Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• Tuition discount opportunities for select online Lindenwood University degrees for qualifying employees.
• Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Eleven paid holidays.
• Eligible for the full-time employee benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED