What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skilled Trades - Workforce Development Non-Credit Instructor position at Tidewater Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Skilled Trades - Workforce Development Non-Credit Instructor
Role Title
Role Code
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
UG
Position Number
295A0000
Agency
Tidewater Community College
Division
Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location
Portsmouth - 740
Hiring Range
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Varies
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
This position is for a part-time instructor in the college’s non-credit programs under Workforce Solutions. These programs include both continuing education for professional development and industry recognized credential attainment which may be offered at TCC campuses and other convenient locations throughout the community. Instructors are being sought to teach in the following trades:
Welding
Pipefitting
Marine Coatings
Sheet Metal
Millwright
Rigging/Signal
Shipfitter
Carpentry
Electrical
HVAC-R
Plumbing
Roofing
Heavy Equipment Operator
Forklift
Responsibilities will include: Utilizing selected course materials to effectively provide instruction in a classroom and hands-on training lab environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences; directing and assessing hands-on training with mockups and related exercises; enforcing safety rules and regulations in training; and documenting and assessing student performance and attendance. Instructors should be skilled in oral and written communication and must be able to work cooperatively with other staff members.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have a strong sense of commitment to safety and procedure compliance, be a self-starter, have the ability to work independently and possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
Candidates must also possess the ability to multi-task with a friendly, approachable, customer service demeanor and a desire to teach.
Candidates must also possess the ability to multi-task with a friendly, approachable, customer service demeanor and a desire to teach.
Additional qualifications will vary by trade but will include experience in the trade they are seeking to teach:
Welding
Pipefitting
Marine Coatings
Sheet Metal
Millwright
Welding
Pipefitting
Marine Coatings
Sheet Metal
Millwright
Rigging/Signal
Shipfitter
Carpentry
Electrical
HVAC-R
Plumbing
Roofing
Heavy Equipment Operator
Forklift
Additional Considerations
Knowledge of, and experience with, proven teaching strategies that promote student success. Candidates should possess sufficient technology skills to work productively in an organization that utilizes significant information and instructional technology resources.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_3303P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
05/18/2026
Job Close Date
07/18/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
TCC.edu
Contact Name
Liz White
Email
ldwhite@tcc.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.