Construction Instructor (Civil + Commercial) (Part Time)

About Skilled US

At Skilled US we believe in transforming lives through education and workforce readiness. We operate a full-service brick-and-mortar adult education campus that blends rigorous instruction career training and holistic wraparound support. We are a bold entrepreneurial and student-first organization driven by our core values: Students First Respect Determination Continuous Improvement and Gratitude. We move fast set the bar high and work relentlessly to meet the evolving needs of our learners and the labor market.

Job Summary:
The Construction Instructor (Civil Commercial) (Part-Time) is more than an educator; this role is a mentor industry leader and career coach for students exploring careers in the construction trades. This position supports both civil construction (infrastructure and site development) and commercial construction (residential/Commercial building) to prepare students for real-world job readiness across multiple high-demand pathways.

This is a hands-on instructional role where students learn by doing in a real-world construction environment. The instructor will integrate essential employability skills into training ensuring students develop the technical expertise work ethic and professional habits necessary for success.

This role supports students in building critical career skills including attendance teamwork leadership communication accountability and jobsite safety while helping them earn industry-recognized credentials aligned to employment and apprenticeship pathways.

Hours:
Skilled US will be hiring two part-time instructors to support training delivery across multiple schedules. Instructors will support one of the following blocks based on availability and program need:

MondayFriday: 8:00 AM12:00 PM 1:00 PM5:00 PM or 4:00 PM9:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum Development & Instruction

• Develop and implement a construction training curriculum (such as NCCER or WorkINRoads) aligned with Indiana State Department of Education standards and workforce credential requirements.
  
• Provide hands-on instruction in both civil construction and Commercial construction including core safety and technical competencies.
  
• Deliver instruction that includes real-world applications in:
  
  • Civil Construction (Infrastructure & Site Work): grading layout utility location trenching rigging concrete basic equipment operation and roadway/site prep fundamentals
    
  • Commercial Construction (Residential & Commercial Building): framing basic carpentry blueprint reading materials handling jobsite workflow and construction math fundamentals
    
• Supervise and support students in a lab/shop environment and at construction sites maintaining safety standards and ensuring proper tool use.
  
• Deliver and track student certification records to support industry-recognized credential attainment.
  
• Maintain and upgrade necessary licensure through continuing education.
  
• Represent Skilled US Adult Education and YouthBuild programming with professionalism and consistency.
  

Work-Based Learning & Employer Engagement

• Establish and maintain relationships with area employers in civil and commercial construction.
  
• Support and oversee student work-based learning opportunities ensuring real jobsite exposure and readiness.
  
• Collaborate with industry partners unions and community organizations to strengthen student career access.
  
• Support program alignment with apprenticeship and employment pathways including employer expectations for entry-level hires.
  

Program Development & Compliance

• Maintain student records including attendance assessments skills progress and credential tracking.
  
• Assist with the continuous improvement of construction programming to ensure training remains employer-aligned and outcomes-driven.
  
• Collaborate with Adult Education staff to integrate technical training with academic instruction where applicable.
  
• Support management of program resources including tools consumables safety equipment and jobsite materials.
  
• Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines for workforce training programs.
  

Student & Community Engagement

• Communicate effectively with students parents/guardians (when applicable) employers and school administrators.
  
• Support students in making informed career decisions and understanding trade pathways (employment apprenticeship postsecondary).
  
• Provide mentorship coaching and leadership development for students entering the trades.
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the administration.
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to obtain a Valid Indiana Workplace Specialist License or eligibility based on 35 years of construction industry experience (Skilled US will assist in getting one if not current).
  
• Strong working knowledge of construction fundamentals across both civil and commercial environments.
  
• Demonstrated ability to teach and supervise students in hands-on training settings.
  
• Strong organizational communication and leadership skills.
  
• Ability to build trust with students and support career decision-making.
  
• Ability to develop and maintain employer relationships.
  
• Verifiable industry work experience outside of education.
  
• Proficiency in basic computer applications used for instruction and student documentation.
  
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
  

Preferred

• Experience teaching or training in NCCER-based WorkINRoads and OSHA programming.
  
• CDL license (or ability to obtain one). Skilled US will pay for this.
  
• Experience in vocational education YouthBuild or workforce training environments.
  
• Knowledge of CSA WIOA Title I & II YouthBuild and workforce training compliance expectations.
  
• Familiarity with compliance tracking systems and workforce development platforms.
  

Internal & External Collaboration

• Industry & Vendor Partnerships: Support relationships with vendors and industry partners to ensure training aligns with Skilled US needs for curriculum equipment and workforce readiness.
  
• Community Engagement: Coordinate with workforce agencies unions and business partners to strengthen program outcomes and student opportunity pipelines.
  

Quality & Process Improvement

• Support best practices for compliance tracking credential documentation and reporting.
  
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen student completion placement and retention outcomes.
  

Why This Role is Critical

The Construction Instructor (Civil Commercial) is a life-changing roleone that doesnt just teach skills but builds futures. Many students entering this program may have never seen construction as a stable high-opportunity career pathway. With the right instruction mentorship and real-world training experiences students can graduate prepared to enter the workforce pursue an apprenticeship and build long-term economic mobility.

This role helps students gain confidence work ethic and technical competence while preparing them for real job-site expectationsso they dont just start a job they stay employed and grow.

About Skilled US

Skilled US is a workforce-focused training organization committed to equipping adults and youth with the technical skills professional behaviors and industry credentials necessary to secure high-demand careers. Through structured programming employer alignment and wraparound support Skilled US prepares learners for success in advanced manufacturing robotics construction and other skilled trades.

Our Core Values:

• Student First: Ensure all interactions prioritize students needs.
• Respect: Treat others with dignity and fairness.
• Determination: Approach challenges with hard work and resilience.
• Continuous Improvement: Strive for growth and better outcomes every day.
• Gratitude: Demonstrate appreciation for the opportunity to serve our students and community.

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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