Electrical Trades Instructor

American Institute•Clifton, NJ

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

American Institute is seeking an Electrical Trades Instructor to provide comprehensive course instruction and support students’ academic and professional development. The instructor contributes to course development, creates and revises daily lessons, maintains student records, and supports continued program quality through professional development and faculty meetings. The role includes monitoring student progress and attendance, providing extra help and academic guidance, and referring students with major concerns to the Program Director/Director of Education. The instructor grades and returns quizzes, tests, and lab assignments within 48 hours, submits term grades within 48 hours of the term’s end, uses available instructional and audiovisual resources, and reports damaged or malfunctioning equipment promptly. Instructors may also arrange guest speakers, field trips, and community service participation, and may need to create or supplement teaching materials. This is an on-campus position with occasional remote work. A home office setup, quiet workspace, and wired high-speed internet may be required for remote work. The anticipated starting compensation is $35–$37 USD, based on experience and qualifications. The position is non-exempt and reports to the Program Director/Director of Education.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of verifiable experience directly related to residential, commercial, or industrial electrical work, alarm systems, control systems, or a combination of these areas.

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive instruction within the specified program.
Provide input to the Program Director/Director of Education on course development, including course descriptions, syllabi, textbooks, and equipment.
Create and revise daily lessons.
Attend in-service training, continuing education seminars, and faculty meetings to support professional growth.
Maintain accurate records of student attendance and academic performance.
Create a classroom environment that supports academic growth and professional development.
Keep the Director of Education informed about student academic progress, attendance, and performance trends, using academic advisement and early-warning forms as appropriate.
Provide extra help to students who are having difficulty mastering coursework.
Advise students with minor problems that may interfere with their education and refer students with major problems to the Program Director/Director of Education.
Correct and return quizzes, tests, and lab assignments within 48 hours.
Use instructional and audiovisual aids and available online resources.
Arrange guest speakers, field trips, and student participation in community service events.
Report damaged, broken, or malfunctioning equipment promptly to the Program Director/Director of Education.
Submit grades within 48 hours of the end of the term.
Enhance the curriculum when needed by developing assignments, worksheets, notes, tests, answer keys, and activities.
Follow applicable federal and state compliance requirements, accrediting requirements, regulations, and internal policies and procedures.
Communicate compliance requirements to staff as appropriate and promptly escalate compliance concerns to the Compliance department.
Perform other duties as required by the Program Director/Director of Education.