EDET Academic Lab Instructor Assistant

Job Summary

New River Community and Technical College is seeking a part‑time Academic Lab Instruction Assistant electrical distribution engineering technology (EDET). This position is designed as a support role to the 12‑month faculty member and assists with instructional delivery, laboratory and field activities, student skill development, equipment readiness, and day‑to‑day program operations. The position may provide limited classroom, lab, and field instruction as assigned and under the direction of program leadership.

A primary responsibility of this position is providing instruction for the Heavy Equipment Training for Lineworkers course, including support with safe operation, demonstrations, skills practice, and student performance monitoring in alignment with college and industry safety expectations. The position also supports the broader EDET program by reinforcing safe work practices, professional conduct, and workforce readiness. The position requires the ability to travel.

The Academic Lab Instruction Assistant reports directly to the Dean of Workforce, Technical, and Community Education and in close coordination with the 12‑month EDET faculty member and Department Chairperson. The position is responsible for assisting with instruction, skills training, student supervision, lab and training yard preparation, record support, and other program functions necessary for effective instructional delivery. Teaching assignments may occur during daytime, evening or weekend hours, depending on program need, but will not exceed 20 hours per week.

The Academic Lab Instruction Assistant reports directly to the Dean of Workforce, Technical, and Community Education and in close coordination with the 12‑month EDET faculty member and Department Chairperson. The position is responsible for assisting with instruction, skills training, student supervision, lab and training yard preparation, record support, and other program functions necessary for effective instructional delivery. Teaching assignments may occur during daytime, evening or weekend hours, depending on program need, but will not exceed 20 hours per week.

Performs other functions as required or assigned. Also complies with all Policies and Standards.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Assist the 12‑month faculty member with the delivery of classroom, lab, and field instruction within the EDET program.
• Provide instruction for the Heavy Equipment Training for Lineworkers course, including demonstrations, student oversight, safety monitoring, and skills evaluation support.
• Support hands‑on training activities involving equipment, tools, materials, climbing gear, and field‑based learning environments, as assigned.
• Reinforce industry safety standards and safe operating procedures, including OSHA, DOT, and utility best practices relevant to assigned instructional duties.
• Assist with student skills coaching in areas such as equipment operation, work‑site awareness, rigging, material handling, and other entry‑level lineworker competencies appropriate to course assignments.
• Help prepare, organize, and maintain training areas, vehicles, tools, instructional equipment, and materials needed for daily instruction.
• Support the monitoring of student attendance, participation, performance, and completion of required training activities.
• Assist with evaluating student learning through performance demonstrations, practical activities, and instructor‑directed assessments.
• Maintain a professional learning environment that supports student success, safety, accountability, and teamwork.
• Assist full‑time faculty with program logistics, recruitment events, community outreach, and employer engagement activities, as needed.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and other assigned duties that support program operations and continuous improvement.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned in support of the EDET program and the college mission.

Position may require travel between campuses.

• Participate in required training, compliance activities, and professional development appropriate to the position.
• Engage in ongoing…