Adjunct Instructor, Journeyman Electric

Job Description

The Wentworth Institute of Technology division of Workforce Development and Professional Education invites applications for part-time evening instructors to teach our Journeyman Electrician license program. The position will lead in-person courses, taught two evenings per week, from 5:00-10:00 p.m., on our Boston campus beginning in January 2025. You will be working with students preparing to sit for the Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician License Examination.

• Delivering lesson plans and course content on electrical installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Providing hands‑on instruction in electrical theory, safety, and code compliance.
• Assisting in developing and administering assessments and exams to evaluate student progress and achievement.
• Collaborating with other instructors and staff to ensure that the curriculum is up‑to‑date and meets industry standards.
• Providing academic advising and support to students to help them achieve their educational and career goals.
• Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date student attendance records.
• Participating in professional development activities to stay current with industry trends and standards.
• Maintaining a safe and organized learning environment.

• A Journeyman Electrical License in the State of Massachusetts.
• Associates, vocational, or technical school degree.
• Minimum of five years of experience working in the electrical industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory, safety, and code compliance.
• Ability to teach and communicate complex concepts effectively to students with diverse learning styles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical technology or a related field.
• Prior teaching or instructional experience in a related field.

Wentworth offers an accelerated, four‑semester journeyman electrician program to prepare individuals to become licensed Journeyman Electrician in Massachusetts. Courses introduce theoretical and applied concepts, covering the Massachusetts Electrical Code.

The program includes four courses, each meeting twice per week and lasting 15 weeks. Students spend 150 hours in the classroom and earn 15 CEUs per course. Courses are offered in-person on our Boston campus during the fall (Sep–Dec) and spring (Jan–Apr) semesters.

The minimum adjunct rate is $1,365 per credit. Compensation varies based on instructional mode and program. Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices.

All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request support, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc
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