About the role
Building Construction Technology Program – Debra Johnson Rehabilitation Center
Title: Associate Instructor
Classification: Full Time Faculty – Exempt
Direct supervision received from: Correctional Programs Coordinator
Functional supervision received from: TCATN Vice President
Office Location(s): Debra Johnson Rehabilitation Center
Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
(37.5 hours)
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
FUNCTION OF THE JOB:
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is accepting applications for the position of Instructor for Building Construction Technology Program at Debra K Johnson Rehabilitation Center. This is a full-time position Monday through Thursday at the DJRC location; the candidate must pass a background check.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop course of study and conduct training program in specialty area.
- Confer with administration to gain knowledge and better understand changes in policies, procedures, and technologies.
- Formulate teaching outline and determine instructional methods utilizing knowledge of specific training needs and effectiveness of such methods as individualized and group instruction, lecture, demonstration, and conference.
- Select or develop teaching aids, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, and reference materials.
- Test trainees to measure progress and evaluate effectiveness of instruction.
- Select or develop specifications for machines, equipment, and tools; maintain good physical condition in classroom and/or shop.
- Maintain student records and reports.
- Participate in recruitment of students.
- Instruct students in safety and practice good safety habits.
- Supervise students that are participating in cooperative education.
- Participate in professional development and growth annually.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Correctional Programs Coordinator and/or President of the college.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or GED. Vocational or Technical School certification, training, or apprenticeship required. Associate degree preferred.
- Three (3) years of successful recent employment experience in the specialty area to be taught beyond the normal learning period/generally 4 years. Teaching experience preferred.
- NCCER Instructor Certification preferred.
- Must follow strict guidelines and protocol with Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills required.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.