Part - Time Instructor, Building Trades - FY 2027

Part - Time Instructor, Building Trades - FY 2027

Job Description

The Part-Time Building Trades Instructor provides high-quality
classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction that prepares
students for employment and advancement in the construction
industry. The instructor delivers competency-based training aligned
with industry standards, employer needs, and nationally recognized
credentials while fostering a culture of safety, professionalism,
and student success. Instruction may occur in classrooms,
construction laboratories, employer worksites, correctional
facilities, community training centers, and other off-site
instructional locations.

This position supports the College of Southern Nevada's Division of
Workforce Education by developing and delivering short-term
workforce training, customized employer training,
pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship, and career pathway programs in
the building and construction trades.

Essential Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom, laboratory, and hands-on

instruction in building trades including:

• Construction Fundamentals
• Carpentry
• Residential and Commercial Construction
• Blueprint Reading
• Framing
• Drywall Installation and Repair
• Finish Carpentry
• Construction Materials
• Construction Mathematics
• Tool Identification and Safe Use
• OSHA Construction Safety
• Develop lesson plans and competency-based instructional

materials aligned with industry standards.

• Prepare students for nationally recognized industry credentials

including NCCER Core, OSHA 10/30, and First Aid/CPR
certifications.

• Maintain a safe instructional environment by enforcing OSHA

regulations and proper use of personal protective equipment
(PPE).

• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback and

coaching.

• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, certification records,

and other required documentation.

• Collaborate with local contractors, employers, labor

organizations, apprenticeship programs, and workforce partners to
ensure training meets industry demand.

• Assist with student recruitment, retention, completion, and

employment placement efforts.

• Maintain instructional equipment, laboratories, tools, and

supply inventories.

• Participate in curriculum development and continuous program

improvement initiatives.

• Support grant-funded workforce training and customized employer

training programs.

• Participate in professional development to remain current with

construction methods, technologies, building codes, and
instructional best practices.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible

experience in the building or construction trades.

• Demonstrated expertise in carpentry, construction, framing, or

related skilled trades.

• Working knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively teach and mentor adult learners from

diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management,

Building Construction, Workforce Education, or a related
field.

• Experience teaching in a community college, apprenticeship,

union training, military, or workforce development setting.

• Experience developing competency-based curriculum.
• Experience using Learning Management Systems (Canvas or

equivalent).

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Experience collaborating with employers and industry advisory

committees.

Preferred Industry Credentials:

• NCCER Instructor Certification
• NCCER Core Certification
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• First Aid/CPR
• Journey-level certification or state licensure in a

construction trade

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Adult learning principles
• Residential and commercial construction practices
• Blueprint interpretation
• Construction mathematics
• OSHA safety compliance
• Classroom and laboratory management
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to motivate, coach, and mentor students
• Commitment to workforce development and student success
• Ability to establish productive relationships with industry

partners

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely demonstrate the use of construction tools and

equipment.

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather

conditions.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Core Competencies

• Student-centered instruction
• Workforce and employer engagement
• Safety leadership
• Equity and inclusion
• Professionalism and integrity
• Continuous improvement
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Innovation in workforce education

Hourly Pay

$40.00 per hour. Hours may include daytime, evening, and occasional
weekend instruction based on program needs.

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

48.8%

Required Attachment(s)

To be considered for this position, please upload the following
documents to your application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (optional)

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Posting Close Date

06/30/2027

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and
experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and
preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this
information during the initial review of application
materials.

All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the
closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be
conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

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Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate
the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational
needs.

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ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens
authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying
for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B
Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by
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