What are the responsibilities and job description for the Next Step- Assistant Wood Program Instructor position at Mel Trotter Ministries?
The Assistant Wood Program Instructor supports the delivery of hands-on wood product manufacturing instruction for both high school students and adult participants. This role focuses on instructional support,
participant supervision, and shop operations under the direction of Lead Instructors and program leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Instructional Support (Under Lead Instructor Direction)
- Support Lead Instructors during hands-on wood product manufacturing training by assisting with
demonstrations, projects, and skill practice. - Provide individual and small-group assistance to reinforce techniques, safety, and lesson objectives.
- Follow established curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional priorities set by Lead Instructors.
- Support differentiated learning by assisting participants with varying skill levels and learning needs.
Participant Supervision & Engagement
- Supervise students and adult participants during instructional time, transitions, and breaks.
- Reinforce program expectations related to safety, behavior, attendance, and participation.
- Support positive behavior management and refer ongoing concerns to the Lead Instructor or Program
Director.
Shop Safety & Operations
- Assist with enforcing OSHA-aligned shop safety policies and procedures.
- Support shop organization, cleanliness, and material preparation.
- Assist with equipment setup, basic maintenance, and inventory tracking.
Program & Team Support
- Work collaboratively with Lead Instructors and volunteers to support daily operations.
- Provide day-to-day guidance and task coordination to volunteers as directed by the Lead Instructor.
- Support program activities, special projects, field trips, and events as assigned.
- Assist with manufacturing work, custom projects, or e-commerce production as directed.
Administrative Support
- Assist with attendance tracking, documentation, and basic reporting as assigned.
- Communicate observations related to participant progress or safety concerns to the Lead Instructor.