Masonry Instructor (NCCER Masonry Level 1)

Skilled US•Indianapolis, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Masonry Instructor is responsible for delivering the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Masonry Level 1 (5th Edition) curriculum to adult learners (18+) through Skilled US's 6-week, 224-hour Integrated Education and Training (IET) cohort. This role involves mentoring, industry leadership, and career coaching, focusing on hands-on training in a real-world masonry lab environment. The instructor integrates essential-skills instruction, including safety, technical proficiency, and professional habits, with embedded Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) content aligned to WIOA Title II. Additionally, learners gain employability skills such as teamwork, attendance, communication, and accountability.

Requirements

High school diploma or High School Equivalency
NCCER Masonry Craft Instructor certification (or eligibility to obtain within a defined timeframe); or a minimum of 5 years of professional masonry experience.
Hold, or be willing to complete within the first year, the NCCER Craft Instructor Certification (ICTP) in the Masonry area.
OSHA 10 certification required.
Strong understanding of masonry fundamentals, including brick and block characteristics, mortar types and mixing, scaffold safety, materials handling, blueprint reading, and residential masonry construction.
Ability to supervise and mentor adult learners in hands-on, lab-based learning environments.
Verifiable work experience outside of education.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in computer applications related to instruction and student management, and willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 certification.
Ten (10) years of subject-related industry experience; teaching, training, or mentoring experience.
NCCER Master Trainer status.
Familiarity with WIOA Title II / IET program requirements and compliance-tracking platforms (e.g., Salesforce).
Bilingual (English/Spanish/Haitian Creole).

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver all ten NCCER Masonry Level 1 (5th Edition) modules across the 6-week, 224-hour IET cohort, aligned with NCCER standards and WIOA Title II requirements.
Provide hands-on instruction in masonry fundamentals — brick and block laying, mortar mixing and proportioning, tool use, scaffold assembly and safety, blueprint reading, and residential masonry assemblies (foundations, steps, patios, chimneys).
Supervise and support learners in the lab, enforcing OSHA 10 and site-safety standards at all times.
Administer NCCER module tests and performance profiles during Week 6; track and submit certification records to the NCCER Registry to secure credential attainment.
Embed Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) activities aligned to WIOA Title II standards within each week's NCCER instruction.
Assess learner outcomes and modify instructional processes to meet stated learning objectives for the cohort.
Maintain and upgrade required NCCER instructor certification through ongoing continuing education.
Represent the YouthBuild & Construction program and Skilled US with professionalism at all times.
Deliver instruction using adult-learning principles (andragogy), adjusting pace, examples, and coaching to a cohort of adult learners entering the trade.
Provide or coordinate weekly 1:1 coaching (2 hrs/week) and monitor completion of virtual module assignments (2 hrs/week).
Reinforce embedded workforce readiness content — financial literacy, resume building, mock interviews — alongside program staff and career navigators.
Engage every learner in the learning process and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Establish and maintain relationships with area employers, trade unions, and community organizations in the masonry and construction industry.
Oversee student job placement assistance, connecting learners with employer partners upon program completion.
Manage vendor and industry partnerships to align equipment, materials, and training with Skilled US's needs.
Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, assessments, credential tracking, and Measurable Skill Gain (MSG) documentation in Salesforce.
Assist in developing and improving the masonry program in alignment with NCCER and industry standards.
Manage program resources, including tools, materials, and lab/shop operations.
Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines for workforce-training programs (e.g., WIOA Title II, IET).
Implement industry best practices for compliance tracking and reporting, and support continuous-improvement initiatives that expand access and outcomes for underserved communities.
Stay informed on emerging trends in the masonry trade, materials, and workforce-development methodology.
Communicate effectively with students, employers, and program administrators.
Support learners in making informed career decisions and achieving long-term employment success.
Facilitate mentorship, leadership development, and career coaching.
Perform additional duties as assigned by administration.