About the role
Description
AOE International is a non-profit organization focused on community support and development, with a strong emphasis on workforce development and education
. We partner with various organizations to address social needs, including poverty, access to resources, and educational opportunities.
Position summary
Teach the CEJA Core Competencies to a new cohort every month: 100 hours of essential employability skills, essential workplace skills and clean energy basics, including OSHA 10 and First Aid/CPR/AED, plus 10 hours of career exploration with employers. The instructor sets the tone for the whole program and prepares participants to succeed in pathway training.
Essential duties and responsibilities
- Deliver the Core Competencies modules through hands-on, scenario-based activities set in clean energy workplaces.
- Teach the OSHA 10-Hour Construction course and First Aid/CPR/AED, and complete the records each credential requires.
- Teach digital skills in the computer lab, and basic tool use and foundational electricity in the training lab.
- Assess each participant during and at the end of training, using varied methods, and record attendance and results.
- Identify participants who are struggling, re-teach and re-assess the specific component, and notify the case manager.
- Host employer panels, job site visits and mock interviews with business engagement staff.
- Create a welcoming, inclusive classroom that builds on participants' existing knowledge and strengths.
- Help each participant confirm a Career Pathway choice and pass the plan to the case manager and pathway instructors.
Requirements
- Three or more years of experience teaching or training adults in workforce readiness, adult education or occupational training.
- Working knowledge of construction or clean energy workplaces and safety practices.
- Strong facilitation skills and experience with learners who face barriers to employment.
- Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and digital collaboration tools.
- Bachelor's degree in education, workforce development or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
Training and authorization required
- OSHA-authorized Construction outreach trainer (or completion of the trainer course within three months of hire) and First Aid/CPR/AED instructor certification.
- Department authorization and equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility training before working with participants.