Maritime Trades Instructor

Maritime Trades Instructor (Future Opportunities)

Join to apply for the maritime trades instructor role at Community College of Rhode Island.

CCRI invites applicants to apply for future opportunities. This posting is not for an immediate vacancy but for upcoming opportunities. By applying, you will be placed in a pool of candidates who will be reviewed when a suitable position becomes available.

Base pay range: $48.80/hr - $48.80/hr provided by Community College of Rhode Island. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.

The instructor will be responsible for all learning outcomes of our programs and will focus on student development and preparation for the process technology industry. The instructor will work side‑by‑side with teacher assistants and program leadership to ensure courses have successful outcomes and that students receive a high‑quality education. This role is part of a year‑round, part‑time position at the Westerly satellite location with flexible day, evening, and/or weekend hours.

The instructor will also communicate shift availability and ensure all classes assigned to instruct are covered.

• Work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive, and student‑centered environment, with students of various learning styles, cultures, identities, and life experiences
• Communicate class content utilizing a variety of teaching methods so that learning occurs, skills are developed, and students are motivated to learn and achieve their educational and employment objectives
• Deliver effective lesson plans and provide supplemental material to achieve course objectives and address student needs
• Integrate technology and active learning strategies to enhance instruction
• Keep detailed and organized records of students’ attendance, assessments, and progress, including a final evaluation
• Work creatively in all classes taught to discourage student withdrawal and maintain satisfactory retention
• Understand the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and adhere to CCRI’s policies and procedures for responding to student requests for accommodations
• Collaborate with the program coordinators and other instructors in the training and attend meetings as needed
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional development
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Ensure all tools and tool bags are being properly maintained and checked‑in/checked out to avoid tool loss
• Attend regular instructor training (minimum of 2 per year)
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Experience in a trade environment and/or education shop environment for a minimum of 5 years
• Experience in either traditional instruction, peer training, or on‑the‑job mentoring
• Highly proficient in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, primarily), email, and the internet for instruction and program purposes; interest in preparing and training the next generation of entry‑level maritime employees
• Intermediate digital communication technology skills (presentation tools, online meetings, etc.)
• Experience with classroom/team management
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Creativity and flexibility in the classroom are expected

• Experience teaching in adult education settings
• At least 5 years’ experience working for Electric Boat
• Experience in the pipe fitting, electrical, sheet metal, painting, rigging, mechanical STO, or electrical STO trades
• Experience working with a diverse student population
• Knowledge of successful strategies for classroom management
• Teaching experience in similar post‑secondary programs
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning theory, life skills and college and career readiness curricula for adult populations

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