NCCER Core Construction- Lab & Instructional Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

Montgomery County OIC (MontCo OIC) is seeking an NCCER Core Instructional Assistant (“Instructional Assistant”) to support the Lead Instructor in delivering curriculum and supplementary technical labs to enrolled individuals (“Trainees”). The Instructional Assistant reports to the Lead Instructor.

The anticipated salary for this role is $42,000-$49,000, commensurate with experience.

The anticipated start date is October 2026.

Application Requirements

Please attach the following to your application before submitting:

1. Professional resume 
2. Separate document with 2 professional references 

Responsibilities

In this role, the Instructional Assistant will support the Lead Instructor in delivering an engaging and effective NCCER-accredited curriculum. You will:

• Provide day-to-day instructional support for the Core program, including coordinating with the Lead Instructor and preparing instructional materials and hands-on activities. 
• Collaborate with the Lead Instructor to ensure smooth instructional continuity when the Lead is at the alternative campus.
• Communicate with the site staff regarding trainee progress, instructional needs, and compliance concerns.
• Prepare tools, PPE, and raw materials for practical exercises.
• Maintain tool inventory, equipment damage records, and storage area organization.
• Enforce OSHA safety standards and procedures during classroom and lab exercises.
• Support program compliance measures (e.g., student attendance tracking, evaluation grading, logging lab hours, etc.).
• Support diverse learners throughout their training, including in classroom lectures, hands-on activities, and demonstrations.
• Foster a positive learning environment that promotes respect and collaboration.
• Coach trainees toward professional goals and soft skill development.
• Assist with MontCo OIC’s generalized organizational efforts as needed (e.g., outreach efforts, community partnerships, stakeholder engagement, etc).
• Support student data collection and entry into the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Demonstrate proficiency in Google Workspace, MS Office, Internet navigation, and electronic communication.
• Demonstrate proficient basic and industry-specific math skills.
• Attend professional development as required by MontCo OIC.
• Receive and implement feedback from MontCo OIC staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Authorized documentation to work in the United States 
• Ability to pass criminal background checks as required 
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and rigging

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of construction training experience
• OSHA certification

As an equal opportunity employer, Montgomery County OIC is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.