Millwright Instructor

Are you excited to work with women preparing for training and employment? Women Building Futures is looking for a millwright instructor to teach the millwright workshop in our Journey to Trades program. This position is ideal for someone who is looking for occasional contract work and has a desire to share their knowledge of their trade with others. Instruction is typically full-time for 2 weeks, 2-4 times per year. Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies to promote efficient and effective learning
• Monitor student involvement and progress within the shop, ensuring that students understand and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Manage classroom dynamics to ensure a safe and effective learning environment
• Build relationships and mentor students throughout the program.
• Participate in curriculum development and reviews
• Evaluate students throughout the learning process and complete formal evaluations.
• Document student attendance accurately and promptly
• Utilize regular student feedback to identify and implement instructional improvements
• Work with WBF staff to ensure tools, equipment and materials for the workshops are available
• Enforce and encourage proper safe workplace procedures including tailgate meetings, Hazard ID, FLHAs, etc. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Approachable, comfortable with people
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Strong professional attitude and boundaries
• Alignment with WBF’s values and culture Education & Experience
• Millwright Journeyperson
• Experience mentoring apprentices and understanding of the competencies necessary to succeed in the field
• A desire to teach and share knowledge of the Millwright trade
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect sensitive information.
• Teaching experience is an asset