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Solar Craft Instructor
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JIREH Workforce Foundation
Chicago, IL (In Person)
$67,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Solar Craft Instructor JIREH Workforce Foundation Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $75,000 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Interpersonal skills High school diploma or GED Organizational skills Construction Full Job Description About Us JIREH Workforce Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to training people for careers that build a better planet. We bridge divides through workforce excellence that transforms lives and industries. Through our clean energy training and workforce development programs, we equip individuals from underserved communities with the education, technical skills, and wraparound services needed to overcome barriers and achieve lasting economic mobility. Our initiatives focus on creating equitable pathways to employment in the clean energy sector by providing comprehensive training, barrier reduction support, and job placement assistance. At JIREH, we believe in taking people potential into purpose through empowerment, community, excellence, faith, innovation, transformation, and connection. Job Summary The Solar Technician will work to support the technical and educational instruction associated with trainees entering the renewable energy career field, specifically photovoltaic systems, and solar energy applications. The Instructor will lead training sessions for adult trainees for approximately 13 weeks. The primary main responsibility will be adapting and facilitating Ecademy accredited curriculum supported by The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). The instructor will also support the trainee's academic development and career goals to acquire the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Associate Credentials; this certification recognizes individuals in the solar industry who have demonstrated knowledge of the fundamental principles of the application, design, installation, and operation of Photovoltaic, Solar Heating or Small Wind energy systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills, a deep understanding of community resources, and a commitment to equitable outcomes. Reports to Executive Program Administrator Duties and Responsibilities General Programmatic Duties Assist members and provide instruction and activities in the areas of photovoltaic systems, design, operations, construction, safety, and best practices. Designs and implements hands-on, lab-oriented solar technology, engineering, and construction-related activities. Provides structured, project-based lessons on industry standards and learning that interconnects career development and integral subject knowledge. Creates and maintains an effective environment for learning. Maintains meaningful positive rapport with trainees, staff, program partners, and stakeholders of the JIREH Workforce Foundation, organizational affiliates, and industry partners Encourages behavior that promotes character development and professional development. Implements rigorous lesson plans that are driven by technical and performance assessment. Ensures that trainees display knowledge of content standards. Uses Ecademy's proprietary LMS and other technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration. Implements and analyzes computer-based tutorial lessons on the web or digital learning platforms associated with the industry standards and curriculum. Develops activities which align with standards in focus. Exposes members to a wide variety of skills and knowledge in topics ranging from initial exposure to a deeper understanding. To include lab work and "hands-on training" outside of the classroom, and any practice of learning associated with providing technical capacity for a career in renewable energy. Implements hands-on solar labs for both onsite and remote training Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Ability to work collaboratively and maintain confidentiality Comfort with different education techniques and openness to new developments in the field Ability to adapt to a changing environment and to address the varying needs of adult learners in our program from diverse backgrounds Proficient in Microsoft Office and data tracking systems (Preferred) Bilingual Spanish-speaking candidates (Preferred) Qualifications High School Diploma/Equivalent Minimum of three years' experience as a certified teacher in a vocational/technical construction or maintenance-related training program (Preferred) Minimum one year experience at a Journeyman or Technicial level in solar industry (Minimum)