Part-time/Temporary Instructor, Skilled Trades "Electrical Level 400"

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Professional Staff Job Type: Part Time Posted On: Fri Jul 18 2025 Job Description:

Function of Position:

The FWD-Center at Monroe Community College is seeking a skilled and motivated Part-Time Instructor to teach our WELC-400, Electrical Level 4 course for our New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) apprenticeship courses. This course serves as the fourth-year training in the NYSDOL Apprenticeship pathway. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience and knowledge from the construction industry and a passion for mentoring and preparing students for success in the workforce through real-world learning.

*This is a part-time, temporary position

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide instruction aligned with NYSDOL Apprenticeship standards and industry best practices.

• Create engaging lessons that incorporate practical, hands-on learning activities.

• Maintain a safe, organized classroom and shop/lab environment.

• Teach and demonstrate correct and safe use of tools, equipment, and materials.

• Facilitate and complete student registration and evaluation forms.

• Administer and maintain Module exams, Entry quizzes, lab activities, student grades, and attendance records with proper documentation and signature verification, to be submitted to the Skilled trades Manager as required.

• Collaborate with the FWD Center staff, industry partners, and Community Based Organizations to support student growth and career readiness.

• Monitor and assess student progress; provide timely feedback and support.

• Encourage the development of both technical skills and professional work habits.

• Participate in professional development and maintain relevant industry certifications.

Topics Covered Include:

• Load Calculations: Feeders/Services; Load, Service, and Occupancy calculations

• Health Care Facilities; Types of facilities, Devices used, Wiring

• Standby/Emergency Systems; Storage batteries and UPS Systems, NEC requirements

• Basic Electronic Theory: Fundamentals, Semiconductor Devices

• Fire Alarm Systems; Codes / Standards, Systems Overview, Control Units, Notification, Communication, and Monitoring, Installation Guidelines

• Specialty Transformers; Identifying Transformers & Instrument Transformers, I.D. and Resolving Harmonics

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.

• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.

• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.

• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.

• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in the construction or building trades industry

• Current or eligible for a CTE credential in Construction or related field (or willing to pursue credentialing)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree

• Previous teaching or training experience

• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills

• Commitment to student success, equity, and career readiness

• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Salary: Based on Skills and Experience Starting at $36.00/hr.

Schedule: 6-8 hrs./week

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.

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