Part-Time Trainer, Plumbing Apprenticeship

NWACC•Springdale, AR

About The Position

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers. NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success. North West Arkansas Community College is seeking qualified applicants to establish a pool for part-time and/or substitute instructors in this discipline. Applications will be kept on file for the fiscal year ending June 30. When a position becomes available, the hiring department will review the applications on file. After each fiscal year end the application will expire and a new application must be completed to remain in the applicant pool. Email is the primary method that NWACC utilizes to communicate with its applicants. If you choose not to provide an email address, please note that you will need to log back into the system in order to obtain updates regarding your application. NWACC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution, and welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Requirements

High school diploma
current Arkansas Plumbing License (minimum Journeyworker)
3-5 years’ work experience is required

Nice To Haves

Completion credential from US DOL Registered Plumbing Apprenticeship
Arkansas Journeyman or Master Plumber License or Reciprocal State Journeyman or Master Plumber license
NCCER Certified Instructor
Knowledge of 2006 Arkansas Plumbing Code
Knowledge of 2006 Arkansas Gas Code
Knowledge of current 2018 Arkansas Plumbing Code
Knowledge of current 2018 Arkansas Gas Code
Knowledge of or willingness to learn NCCER curriculum

Responsibilities

Lead the classroom instruction of plumbing apprentices appropriate to class/experience level.
Share trade knowledge, experience and expertise with apprentices appropriate to class/experience level.
Create and/or manage delivery of class curriculum adhering to standards outlined in Western Arkansas Apprenticeship Program’s Appendix A: Plumbing.
Take regular attendance and report attendance to Apprenticeship Coordinator.
Regular and punctual attendance by instructor is required.
Provide a course syllabus to Apprenticeship Coordinator and Director.
Report any issues to the appropriate authorities.
Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies following procedures set by NWACC.
Share trade knowledge, experience and expertise with apprentices appropriate to class level
Willingness to adjust or adapt delivery method of instruction as needed, including but not limited to using college attendance, grading, and learning management system.