Universal Technical Institute
Location
Lisle, IL | United States
Job description
An Wind/Energy Instructor will be responsible for the effective training of the Energy Technology, Industrial Maintenance, and Wind Power curriculum in the classroom and laboratory setting.
Effective presentation skills are vital in this role, as well as the ability to ensure standards and goals are met in each timeframe. Therefore, planning, and critical thinking skills are both essential for success in this position. The ideal candidate will also act with our students in mind and establish and maintain effective relationships with students to gain their trust and respect.
- Conducting classroom and shop training utilizing proper instructional techniques, practices and following approved curriculum
- Utilize equipment and training aids in daily lessons
- Order required supplies and tools
- Report all damaged or missing instructional equipment
- Ensure that classroom and shop areas are kept clean and orderly
- Store all unused training aids and supplies in approved areas
- Maintain student attendance and grade rosters
- Prepare class lessons and test in a timely manner
- Design training aids and mock-ups in area of instructor expertise
- Administer tests and make-up tests
- Conduct make-up classes as scheduled
- Ensure that students follow all established policies, procedures, and safety practices
- Ensure that a professional training environment is always maintained in the classroom and shop areas
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Must meet ACCSC standards for instructors, achieve and maintain required technical certifications and state specific licensing requirements as a condition of employment
Education / Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 years practical work experience (excludes teaching).
- Teaching experience a plus
Skills
- Ability to instruct students of various ages and diverse backgrounds
- Able to work productively and communicate effectively with students and new employees
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must be able to deal responsibly with confidential information
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word and Excel required)
- Must be personable, energetic and have a customer service orientation
- Must be initiative-taking
- Must be able to work alone or with a team
- Familiar with climb and rescue gear and how to manipulate the safety features
Abilities
- Must be able to instruct two consecutive courses per workday; number of hours will vary based on campus location and program (applies to campuses with ADT II curriculum)
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds for short periods of time during the workday
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for short periods of time during the workday
- Must be able to talk, see, hear, concentrate, think, learn, and reason for all the workday
- Must be able to sit and walk or otherwise move around for prolonged periods of time throughout the workday.
- Must be able to use a keyboard and do manual tasks for prolonged periods of time throughout the workday.
- Must be able to climb a vertical ladder (20 to 30 feet high) and work hands free while suspended and deploying safety gear during the workday.
Work Environment
- Majority of time spent in education environment
- Appropriate safety measures must be followed
- Exposure to chemicals that are standard to the industry
- Work may be completed while suspended at heights of 20 to 30 feet.
- This position is Onsite
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