Temporary Staff: VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR (EDCT)

Notice of Job Opening

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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
In this challenging role, you will be supporting the CEED - Cont Edu and Econ Dev department at Greenville Technical College. Duties may include any or all of the following.

Greenville Technical College is seeking a motivated and compassionate professional to support our Returning Citizens Program. This position plays a critical role in helping formerly incarcerated individuals successfully transition into the workforce by providing skilled trades instruction, workforce readiness training, mentorship, and ongoing support. The ideal candidate is an experienced skilled trades professional who is passionate about helping individuals overcome barriers to employment and develop the skills necessary for long-term career success.

Position Summary
The Part-Time Re-Entry Workforce Instructor & Success Coach works flexible part-time hours and provides instruction in skilled trades-related topics while supporting participants as they prepare to enter the workforce. This position works with a broad demographic of individuals, including justice-involved adults, and serves as both an instructor and mentor to help participants develop technical skills, workplace competencies, and confidence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Workforce & Skilled Trades Instruction

• Teach introductory skilled trades coursework, including workplace safety, tool identification, basic construction techniques, and industry best practices.
• Deliver OSHA and workplace safety training as appropriate.
• Prepare and facilitate engaging classroom and hands-on learning activities.
• Evaluate participant’s progress and provide constructive feedback.

Workforce Readiness & Career Preparation

• Deliver instruction in job readiness, communication, professionalism, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and workplace expectations.
• Assist participants with resume development, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
• Help participants identify career pathways within construction, manufacturing, maintenance, transportation, and other skilled trades sectors.

Mentoring & Participant Support

• Build positive relationships with participants and serve as a trusted mentor and coach.
• Encourage participant engagement, accountability, and persistence.
• Support participants as they navigate barriers to employment and training.
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Program & Community Engagement

• Collaborate with workforce development staff, community partners, employers, and social service organizations.
• Assist with participant recruitment, retention, and completion efforts.
• Maintain accurate participant records and documentation.
• Support employment placement and follow-up activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to connect with and motivate individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Understanding of barriers commonly experienced by individuals re-entering the workforce.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Commitment to student and participant success.

Why Join Our Team?
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives by helping individuals gain the skills, confidence, and support needed to become productive members of the workforce and community. The program provides education, training, mentoring, and career development services designed to help participants achieve long-term success.

Greenville Technical College is one of the largest institutions of higher learning in South Carolina and we invite you to consider becoming a part of our team!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associate’s degree in related field
Minimum three (3) years of experience in construction, maintenance, skilled trades, or a related field.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and mentoring skills.
Ability to facilitate both classroom and hands-on instruction.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in related field. Teaching, training, or workforce development experience. Experience working with justice-involved individuals, underserved populations, or adult learners. OSHA, NCCER or other industry-recognized credentials. Experience in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, facilities maintenance, or related skilled trades. Knowledge of workforce readiness and career coaching practices.

Greenville Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply (EOE/AA/M/F/D/V)

It is the policy of Greenville Technical College, in accordance with applicable laws, to recruit, hire, train, and promote people throughout all college levels, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. All employment decisions shall be consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity.

*Greenville Technical College is a tobacco-free institution*