Electrical Technician Lead Instructor

About this position

Welcome to Career Opportunities at Dorsey College PLEASE READ: For all applications, please include your resume and cover letter. You may skip the “ Quick Apply ” page by simply clicking “ Next ” at the bottom of the page. When you arrive at the “ Experience ” page, you may upload all desired documents using the upload box labeled “ Resume/CV. ” This is the appropriate box to upload all documents. Benefits of Being a Dorsey Employee: • Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs (employee, spouse, and dependent). • Tuition discount opportunities for select on-line Lindenwood University degrees for employees that qualify. • Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and 403b retirement plan. • Eleven Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Thursday – Friday), Christmas Eve and Christmas Days (as observed), and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (as observed). Position Type: Full-Time | Salaried Schedule: 3-4 Classes Per 6-Week Module Compensation: Competitive Salary Based on Electrical Trade Knowledge, Teaching Experience, and Leadership Benefits: Eligible for full-time employee benefits package Educational leadership and instructional experience required. Minimum Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Minimum five years of electrical trade experience or equivalent. • Working knowledge across a broad range of electrical technician subjects to support varying classes. • Prior teaching, training, or mentoring experience in a trade or educational setting (helpful, but not required). • Completion of a recognized electrical trade program (helpful, but not required). • Michigan Journeyman Electrician License (helpful, but not required). • Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Dorsey College policies. Summary: The Electrical Technician Lead Instructor serves as the instructional leader of the Dorsey College Electrical Technician Program, delivering high-quality instruction across multiple course subjects while providing campus-level program oversight, curriculum support, and mentorship to fellow instructors. This role requires deep knowledge of the electrical trade across all course subjects, classroom and instructional management experience, and a proven ability to lead within an educational setting. The Lead Instructor is committed to student success, program excellence, and maintaining a motivating, professional, and inclusive learning environment. Essential Functions: • Plan and deliver classroom lessons and hands-on labs across multiple course subjects. Connect electrical theory to real-world work and adapt instruction to students’ learning needs and skill levels. • Demonstrate electrical techniques, troubleshooting, safe work practices, and proper use of tools, test equipment, and materials. Teach the National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant industry standards. • Prepare materials and a safe, organized lab. Inspect equipment and report problems. Maintain a respectful classroom and apply attendance and conduct policies fairly. • Evaluate student work and provide timely grades and feedback. Support struggling students, follow up with absent students, and refer students to campus resources as needed. • Lead, mentor, and support full-time and adjunct instructors. Help orient new instructors, observe classes, and provide constructive feedback. Coordinate class coverage and scheduling. Essential Functions Continued: • Work with the Program Director on course sequencing, materials, assessments, and program improvement. Review student outcomes and retention with the Program Director and Academic Dean to recommend improvements. • Use online tools to organize courses, communicate with students, and maintain attendance and grades. Submit required records and reports. Communicate student, instructor, and program needs to campus leadership. • Work with campus teams to support enrollment, retention, and job placement. Participate in required meetings and campus events. Substitute for unavailable instructors when your existing class schedule allows. • Oversee lab supplies and coordinate pickups. Support campus operations outside scheduled classroom hours and participate in required program reviews and reporting. Perform other duties assigned by campus leadership. • Keep trade knowledge and teaching practices current through professional development. Maintain employer relationships and represent the program at industry events, employer meetings, and advisory board functions. • Follow college policies, program requirements, applicable regulations, and campus and OSHA safety standards. Protect student privacy and confidentiality under FERPA and other applicable laws. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Deep working knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, circuitry, and theory across all Electrical Technician course subjects; knowledge of the NEC, applicable electrical codes, and OSHA safety practices. • Ability to explain electrical concepts clearly, develop lessons and assessments, and deliver engaging classroom and hands-on instruction suited to adult learners. • Ability to lead and mentor diverse instructors and students, review student outcomes, and guide improvements with the Program Director. • Knowledge of student retention, educational leadership, accreditation standards, DOL apprenticeship requirements, and applicable program regulations. • Strong communication, organization, and time management skills to balance courses, leadership responsibilities, and campus priorities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with professional and ethical conduct. • Proficiency with computers for course management and recordkeeping, Microsoft Office, and basic instructional technology. Working / Physical Demands: • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during classroom and lab i

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