Lecturer - Vocational PT - Electrical Instructor
City Colleges of Chicago · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
Management$55.55/hrPart-time
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on training for entry-level electrician skills such as Ohm’s Law, electrical concepts, AC/DC Theory, hand/power tools, measuring instruments, basic wiring, reading schematics, circuit construction, conduit bending, cable installation, box/panel work, code compliance, service installation, troubleshooting, motor theory, control/Start/Stop circuits and renewable energy basics.
- Instruct students about the importance of OSHA safety and the National Electrical Code compliance.
- Supervising students in classroom/Laboratory/trade shop area to ensure students are following class rules and safety procedures.
- Assists students in understanding the lesson plans and project objectives. Provides effective feedback to students.
- Prepares, maintains, distributes, and collects equipment and other supply materials required to meet lesson objectives.
- Develop and revise courses and instructional materials as necessary.
- Supervises the cleaning and trash removal from the training/shop area.
- Create a purposeful, orderly, and supportive learning environment.
- Aid in solving student issues.
- Maintain student’s attendance records and other records as required.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings, classroom team planning sessions, and other meetings as scheduled.
Qualifications
- Associate degree or equivalent credit hours in related field of study from an accredited college or university or a Certificate in the related field of study with years of related experience -OR- Journeyman Card -OR- two industry-recognized credentials.
- Five to seven years of electrical experience preferred.
- Active Journeyman Card preferred.
- Teaching or supervisory experience preferred.
- Work experience in a teaching environment preferred.
- Knowledge of current safety standards related to the classroom/shop and building maintenance trade.
- Experience with Learning Management Systems such as Brightspace preferred.
- Exhibit sensitivity to a multicultural student population.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Working independently and exercising sound judgement; maintaining confidentiality in all matters related to students.
- Ability to work under pressure and exercise flexibility as needed.
- Ability to promote cooperation between students and educational personnel.
- Ability to conduct verbal and written instructions and to provide proper assistance to the instructor.
- Ability to multitask and adapt to new tasks with little notice.
- Ability to work with a diverse population.
- Ability to operate related tools and equipment of assigned class.
Pay
The salary for this position is $55.55 per hour.
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.