JR-2220 - Instructor, Trades (1-year temporary)
About The Position
Portland Community College (PCC) is seeking a full-time, 1-year temporary faculty member to teach a variety of program courses in the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms for the 2026-2027 Academic year. Instruction will primarily be in APR 200A, APR 200C, ELT 110, and APR 162. The ability to teach both day and evening classes may be expected. The position begins on September 1. PCC’s Pre Trades Program offers a certificate of less than one year, providing on-campus courses to prepare students for careers in the construction trades, with the goal of applying to registered apprenticeships with partner programs like the International Brotherhood of Electrician Workers (IBEW). The program is located at the Swan Island Training Center in North Portland. PCC encourages candidates passionate about teaching and supporting diverse students to apply.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in the subject area.
- A current approved license or Journey Card in the subject area is required for instructors teaching Apprenticeship required classes or license renewal classes for any Oregon State "Apprentice-able" Trade.
- Have a journey card from a licensed electrical trade or an electrical skilled practitioner from outside of Oregon.
- Demonstrates an awareness of the need to teach industry-specific content in ways that value and include differences in individual experiences, cultural, ethnic, gender, linguistic diversity and socioeconomic status.
- Demonstrated experience as a trainer, teacher or mentor in technical principles to individuals from diverse backgrounds with variable skill levels.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment and foster internal and external relationships.
- Knowledge of and commitment to a culture of safety.
- Must be able to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.
- Must have the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.
Nice To Haves
- Lived experiences that shape culturally-responsive teaching.
Responsibilities
- Teach a breadth of program courses in the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms.
- Primarily instruct in APR 200A, APR 200C, ELT 110, and APR 162 for the 2026-2027 Academic year.
- Potentially teach both day and evening classes.
- Prepare students for a rewarding career in the construction trades.
- Prepare students to apply to registered apprenticeships with partner programs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit package including Health, Dental, and Vision options.
- Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs.
- Oregon PERS contribution - PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP.
- Tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program.
- Tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age.
- Partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions.
- Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events.
- Generous Paid Leave (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees) including sick leave, 4 paid holidays, PCC Winter Break, and personal leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
