Plumbing Basics Instructor

SEIU 32BJ Training Fund

New York

Plumbing Basics Instructor

The 32BJ Training Fund is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Plumbing Basics instructor for classes taught in the New York City area.

About us:

SEIU 32BJ is a service union headquartered in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan that represents cleaners, maintenance workers, service staff, and security officers in the New York City area and nine other states on the East Coast. Our mission is to educate every member so that they have the tools they need to meet the challenges of a changing industry.

Who we’re looking for:

• Creative, dynamic teachers with good interpersonal skills who enjoy working in diverse linguistic and cultural settings
• Teachers looking to empower immigrant workers through citizenship/civics and English language education

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement lesson plans that are aligned to the program curriculum and incorporate the provided educational materials.

• Teach content related to basic plumbing skills through a student-centered teaching approach.
• Teach hands-on skills specific to basic plumbing repair and maintenance.
• Implement, adapt, and supplement lessons plans from our curriculum
• Maintain and submit records of attendance
• Maintain ongoing communication with supervisor
• Participate in relevant professional development activities, as available

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of basic plumbing concepts and theory, including repair and maintenance.
• Experience with residential and commercial plumbing systems
• 5 years of industry experience working in plumbing installation and repair
• Licensed plumber preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with students from a variety of linguistic and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to use digital platforms to instruct, communicate, and record program data.

COVID-19 Considerations

• Record of completed COVID-19 vaccine or confirmed medical/religious exemption
• Compliance with current COVID-19 protocols of the organization

Classes offered:

• TBD

Location(s)

• Manhattan, NY
• Other locations may be available

Compensation:  

• $50 per teaching hour
• Paid preparation time
• Paid in-house training, coaching, and professional development opportunities