
Building Construction Technology Program – Debra Johnson Rehabilitation Center
Title: Associate Instructor
Classification: Full Time Faculty – Exempt
Direct supervision received from: Correctional Programs Coordinator
Functional supervision received from: TCATN Vice President
Office Location(s): Debra Johnson Rehabilitation Center
Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
(37.5 hours)
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
FUNCTION OF THE JOB:
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is accepting applications for the position of Instructor for Building Construction Technology Program at Debra K Johnson Rehabilitation Center. This is a full-time position Monday through Thursday at the DJRC location; the candidate must pass a background check.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Develop course of study and conduct training program in specialty area.
· Confer with administration to gain knowledge and better understand changes in policies, procedures, and technologies.
· Formulate teaching outline and determine instructional methods utilizing knowledge of specific training needs and effectiveness of such methods as individualized and group instruction, lecture, demonstration, and conference.
· Select or develop teaching aids, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, and reference materials.
· Test trainees to measure progress and evaluate effectiveness of instruction.
· Select or develop specifications for machines, equipment, and tools; maintain good physical condition in classroom and/or shop.
· Maintain student records and reports.
· Participate in recruitment of students.
· Instruct students in safety and practice good safety habits.
· Supervise students that are participating in cooperative education.
· Participate in professional development and growth annually.
· Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Correctional Programs Coordinator and/or President of the college.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
· A high school diploma or GED. Vocational or Technical School certification, training, or apprenticeship required. Associate degree preferred.
· Three (3) years of successful recent employment experience in the specialty area to be taught beyond the normal learning period/generally 4 years. Teaching experience preferred.
· NCCER Instructor Certification preferred.
· Must follow strict guidelines and protocol with Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center.
· Excellent verbal and written communications skills required.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

TBR - The College System of Tennessee is the state’s largest public higher education system, with 13 community colleges, 23 colleges of applied technology (TCATs) and the online TN eCampus serving approximately 170,000 students. The system is governed by the Tennessee Board of Regents.