Technical Instructor - Watchmaking

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce is working with a client in search of a Technical Instructor - Watchmaking to join their team! This position is full-time, direct hire and on-site in Astoria, NY.

Summary:

Successful candidates will be passionate about the watchmaking profession and be dedicated to sharing this knowledge with future watchmakers. We are looking for a watchmaker who embodies embodying honesty and integrity while enthusiastically demonstrating a commitment to excellence and achieving the highest quality of work at all times. A successful Technical Instructor will be personally invested in the school's success and take personal pride in producing work that exceeds expectations.

Additionally, a successful candidate will actively foster teamwork and volunteer to assist others beyond immediate responsibilities. This role requires watchmaking competence and technical knowledge along with practical skills.

Responsibilities:

* Ensures students assigned to training receive the necessary content, skills, and context to achieve success in the program

* Ensures that presented lessons are clear and in alignment with the ASSW curriculum

* Ensures the integrity of the curriculum and training offerings

* Ensures that students participate and are engaged in learning

* Ensures that learners' progress is effectively documented and communicated

* Ensures that Watchmaking Training programs' learning environments are safe places of respect

* Ensures that Watchmaking Training Program leverages the most relevant content, tools, and pedagogy when developing and delivering technical trainings to its students

* Ensures that students attending the Watchmaking Training program are engaged in learning and that their learning needs are supported

* Ensures that lessons follow a logical sequence

* Ensures that curriculum and corresponding lesson plans are adaptable to meet individuals' specific learning needs and goals

REQUIREMENTS:

* College degree;
Degree/certification from appropriately accredited watchmaking school

* 3+ years of relevant experience

Knowledge Requirements:

* Adult learning theory

* Curriculum development

* Assessment

* Micromechanics

* Coaching

* Written and oral communication skills

* SOP's

* Relevant computer skills

* OSHA

* Tudor movements and line

* Interpersonal skills

* Interviewing skills

* Watch repair and manufacturing

* Watch making industry history

* Discretion

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note:

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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