Construction Electrician Instructor - Part-Time

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable and Essential.

Centura College is seeking experienced Electricians, Construction Electricians, and Electrical Trades Professionals to join our team as instructors.

If you have hands-on electrical experience and enjoy mentoring others, this is your opportunity to step out of the field and into a rewarding career where you can train and inspire the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

About Centura College

Centura College is a premier provider of hands-on technical and career training, offering programs in Allied Health and Skilled Trades. We are passionate about preparing the next generation of skilled professionals by equipping students with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in rewarding careers.

With flexible day and evening classes, real-world experience, and a supportive learning environment, Centura College is committed to making a difference in the lives of our students. Ready to inspire and guide future professionals? Apply today!

Are You an Experienced Electrician Ready for a Career Change?

Electrical instructor careers

Skilled trades teaching opportunities

Why Consider Teaching?

• Many experienced electricians never consider teaching—but those who do often discover it is one of the most rewarding and stable paths in their career.
• Share your real-world electrical experience with future trades professionals

Responsibilities

Electrician jobs

• Enjoy a more predictable schedule compared to field work
• Make a lasting impact on students entering the construction and electrical trades industry
• Continue developing your own technical knowledge while mentoring others
• Work in a structured, team-oriented educational environment
• As a Construction Electrician Instructor (Electrical Trades Instructor), you will provide classroom and hands-on lab instruction in core electrical concepts and construction trade practices.
• Basic electricity
• Electrical wiring methods
• Electric services
• Conduit installation methods
• Motor principles
• Electrical controls
• Life safety systems

Construction safety practices

• This role combines technical expertise, mentorship, and hands-on instruction to prepare students for successful careers in the electrical and construction trades industry.
• Teach electrical trades classes on a regularly scheduled basis
• Create a welcoming and engaging learning environment for students
• Deliver hands-on instruction in classroom and lab settings
• Assist with curriculum development and course material preparation
• Maintain classroom tools, lab equipment, and instructional materials
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress
• Submit evaluations, reports, and required documentation on time
• Support student retention and academic success initiatives
• Participate in instructor training, faculty meetings, and professional development
• Assist with equipment and supply inventory management
• Communicate student attendance concerns and performance issues to leadership
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized training environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership

Requirements

• No prior teaching experience required.
• 5-day paid instructor training program to help you successfully transition into the classroom.
• Monday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 10:30pm

Preferred

• Commercial electrician careers
• NCCER electrical training roles

Pay

Up to $36

Benefits

• Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join Us Today!

Campus Location

616 Denbigh Blvd, Newport News, VA 23608

Part-Time Schedule

Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 2:30pm