Workforce Instructors - Trades

Job Description
Instructor for Workforce Solutions Trades Workforce Solutions is accepting applications for instructors to teach in a variety of programming areas including: Welding Plumbing HVAC Electrical Heavy Equipment Operations Mechatronics We offer scheduled classes at the college in an open enrollment setting as well as customized training for area businesses and corporations. BRIEF DESCRIPTION : While teaching experience is helpful it is not required; however professional experience and appropriate certification are critical. Our students expect to learn from seasoned professionals who can share their knowledge and relevant experience in the field. Students can be a mixture of novices partially trained or experienced technicians seeking a credential. Teaching positions are primarily inperson but occasionally instruction may be hybrid if necessary. Classes may be offered during the weekday weekday evenings or weekends depending on the need. These positions are parttime and contracted on a coursebycourse basis as needed. Our programs focus on credentials and skill enhancement rather than degree attainment. Classes may be offered at our Middletown or Fauquier Campuses our LurayPage County Center or an offsite location. Please see our website https://laurelridgeworkforce/ for additional information about Workforce Solutions and these programs. BENEFITS INCLUDE : Teach as little as one evening per week On average earn up to $3500 on select programs Actual compensation based on a variety of factors including subject area length of class and professional experience Opportunity to become a national certified instructor Teach in updated stateofart labs using equipment and tools for handson learning with our students All class materials lessons tolls and supplies are provided for our instructors Receive the full support of our dedicated staff and lab tech assistant to make you and your students successful No previous teaching experience required if you have the heart to help others and learn we will help you become a great instructor APPLICATION PROCESS : This is an open/standing position advertisement and not for a specific position. Completing an application will make you available for open positions based on your experience the information you provide in your application and relevant positions available. You are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter indicating your area of teaching interest/knowledge and strongly encouraged to provide a resume of your experience if you have one. Please complete the state application and provide all pertinent professional information about yourself. We regularly review applicants and if your qualifications match an open position we will contact you. Please note: applicants must reside in Virginia West Virginia Maryland or DC. If you have questions and wish to learn more about any available positions please call our office atTelework According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking effective July 5 2022 Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with prepandemic policies telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position as defined by heads of agencies. Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College. Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment and strongly encourages applications from women minorities individuals with disabilities and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA Laurel Ridge will provide if requested reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application interviewing and selection process. Please email for further information. Sponsorship of an employees work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president. Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities programs services and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity ethnicity marital status pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation age status as a veteran national origin or other nonmerit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct including sexual violence and harassment.

Work Schedule
Workforce Solutions offers courses during the day evenings and weekends.