Blue River Career Programs Construction Trades Instructor

Position: Blue River Career Programs is seeking to hire a Construction Trades Instructor for the 2026-2027 school year with a start date of August 3, 2026.

Date: July 1, 2026

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

Job Requirements:

• Valid Indiana Teaching License in Construction Trades/Carpentry/Electrical OR minimum of 5,000 clock hours (2.5 years) of recent experience (within the past five years) in the construction trades industry, and eligibility to obtain a Workplace Specialist License.
• Ability to qualify for dual-credit instructor credentials.
• Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current technologies and instructional methods relevant to the field.
• NCCER certified or willingness to become certified
• Must possess and maintain appropriate professional certifications and/or licenses for assigned courses and dual-credit offerings.

Job Description:

• Display a deep knowledge of the subject matter and be able to pass this knowledge on to your students which includes the basics of Construction Trades/Carpentry along with advanced knowledge of the construction trades/carpentry pathway.
• Provide students with standards/skills based curriculum and training that is aligned to NLPS, leading to possible dual credit hours through IvyTech.
• Develop positive relationships with all key stakeholders while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Develop, plan, and implement curriculum and education programs in accordance with building, corporation, and state guidelines
• Establish, plan, and host program advisory board meetings as directed by CTE director.
• Adjust lessons based on differing needs of your students.
• Use effective classroom management and lab management skills and practices while conducting daily classroom and lab activities for 10th-12 grade students in a multi period format.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and welcoming environment that promotes student learning.
• Make modifications to lessons based on knowledge of each student’s IEP and 504 plan.
• Adhere to all BRCP governing board policies and procedures.