CPS Instructor, Construction

Overview

The Construction Instructor provides hands-on and classroom instruction for non-credit workforce training programs in the construction trades. The instructor prepares students for employment by teaching construction fundamentals, jobsite safety, tool usage, and industry best practices. Courses may be delivered in classroom, lab, or field-based settings and may include evening or weekend schedules.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in accordance with approved course outlines and learning objectives.
• Teach construction-related skills, including jobsite safety, tool usage, materials handling, blueprint reading, and trade-specific concepts.
• Prepare lesson plans, instructional materials, and hands-on learning activities.
• Demonstrate safe and proper use of construction tools, equipment, and materials.
• Evaluate student progress through assessments, projects, and skills demonstrations.
• Maintain attendance, student records, and required program documentation.
• Ensure a safe, organized, and productive learning environment.
• Support student success by promoting workforce readiness and industry expectations.
• Communicate regularly with CPS staff regarding course progress and student needs.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry practices, safety standards, and workforce trends.
• Participate in required instructor meetings, training, and professional development activities.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years of full-time construction industry experience in one or more trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, masonry, general construction, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience using hand tools, power tools, construction drawings, rigging, materials handling techniques, and jobsite safety practices.
• OSHA 10 certification.

In Addition, Candidates Must Possess One of the Following:

• Completion of a registered apprenticeship; or
• Journeyworker status; or
• Relevant state-issued trade license (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or related field); or
• Associate degree or technical diploma in a construction-related field.

Pay Rate

$75.00/hour