A Community College seeking a dedicated instructor to join a training program designed to build a skilled workforce for the renewable energy sector. This full-time role focuses on delivering high-quality instruction for a program that supports the emerging wind energy industry. The instructor will play a pivotal role in preparing students for technical roles through hands-on training and coursework aligned with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide engaging instruction both in-person and online, maintaining a supportive learning environment.
Lead courses in areas like safety, first aid, and technical systems related to wind turbine technology.
Contribute to the continuous development and assessment of the program's curriculum and resources.
Collaborate with program leadership for course planning and scheduling.
Participate in student advising, program improvement initiatives, and special projects.
Minimum Requirements:
Technical Diploma or higher in a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience in wind energy or a related sector.
Minimum of two years' professional experience in renewable energy, wind turbine mechanics, or a closely related area.
Familiarity with industry standards and ability to meet certification requirements.
Knowledge of GWO curricula and the ability to teach the curricula effectively or a willingness to undergo GWO instructor qualification training.
Preferred Qualities:
A minimum of 100 hours of vocational teaching experience per GWO prerequisite guidelines for instructor qualification.
Possess active, relevant GWO certifications, including, but not limited to, Basic Safety Training, Advanced Rescue Training, and Basic Technical Training.
A training record in the Wind Energy Database (WINDA) following prior successful completion of GWO training modules.
Previous teaching experience or industry training experience.
Active certifications and a proven track record of hands-on knowledge in renewable energy systems.