Electrical Instructor Jobs
Electrical Instructor jobs are open across vocational schools, community colleges, apprenticeship programs, and industrial training centers, from entry-level to senior instructor and program director, with specializations in residential wiring, industrial controls, and code compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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2. Develops and teaches courses for which the appropriate credential is held in accordance with College policies, procedures, and best practices.
3. Teaches assigned courses in various formats, locations, and modalities.
4. Adheres to all policies, procedures, and expectations of the College, department, and discipline. 5. Communicates clearly with students, other faculty, staff, administrators, and prison personnel. 6. 6. Follows all College and correctional facility safety procedures. Participate in emergency drills scheduled by the college.
7. Utilizes the College-supported Learning Management System (LMS) to deliver instruction. Ensures courses are accessible in the LMS by the published start date, maintain timely and consistent updates to the gradebook, submit final grades by registrar deadlines, and close LMS courses after final grades are posted.
8. Enforces Code of Classroom Conduct and Code of Student Conduct.
9. Assists with program reviews, program accreditation, and SACSCOC accreditation as appropriate. 10. Attends meetings and events and actively participate on committees and taskforces as assigned.
11. Attends the annual commencement ceremony.
12. Evaluates student progress in a fair, consistent, and timely manner.
13. Advises students as assigned and in accordance with college policies and procedures.
14. Meets annual professional development requirements.
15. Collaborates on departmental initiatives such as textbook selection, material revision, and lab/shop upkeep.
16. Assists with inventory and procurement of lab equipment and materials/supplies.
17. Assists with the upkeep, maintenance, and continuous improvement of department lab and shop spaces.
18. Instruct courses at any College-designated instructional location, including, but not limited to, correctional facilities, satellite campuses, high schools, and other off-campus sites, as assigned by the Department Chair.
19. Supports the College’s Mission, Vision, Values, and RISE Statement.
20. Performs other duties as assigned.
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- When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.
- Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.
With four locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately:
- 10,000 curriculum students
- 14,000 continuing education students
- 1,100 faculty & staff
- 71 degrees
- 30 diplomas
- 122 certificates
If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!
This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!
The total compensation for this position includes an 26.1% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.
- Medical and Pharmacy Plan
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Death Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Supplemental Policies
- Professional Liability
- Vacation Leave up to 26 days per year
- Sick Leave of 12 days per year
- Holiday Leave
- All required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, Military
- Tax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement Plan
- State Employees Credit Union membership
- Employee Assistance Network
- Annual Flex Benefit
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Longevity Pay
- Educational Attainment
- Personal observance leave (2 days)
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Who's Hiring
- Dorsey College11

- Ancora Education10

- State of Georgia10

- Northbridge University7
- Tulsa Welding School5
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical instructor jobs.
- Current journeyman or master electrician license in the relevant state
- Minimum five years of field experience in commercial or industrial electrical work
- Experience developing or delivering electrical apprenticeship or vocational curriculum
- Familiarity with current National Electrical Code requirements and code-cycle updates
- Ability to operate and teach on programmable logic controllers and industrial control panels
- Postsecondary teaching certificate or career and technical education credential preferred
Tips for Your Electrical Instructor Job Search
Align your resume to licensing standards
Employers want to see your journeyman or master electrician license front and center, not buried. List the issuing state and license number. If you hold multiple state licenses, include each one because multistate credentials expand the openings you qualify for.
Highlight hands-on curriculum you built
Generic teaching experience won't stand out. Describe specific lab exercises, wiring simulations, or code-compliance modules you designed. Interviewers want instructors who can build practical coursework, not just lecture from a textbook or manufacturer manual.
Target programs tied to apprenticeship bodies
Joint apprenticeship training committees and union-affiliated programs post openings separately from general job boards. Search directly on program websites and community college career pages because these postings often close faster than listings on broader platforms.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists electrical instructor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a teaching demonstration before interviews
Many programs ask finalists to deliver a short demo lesson on a topic like conduit bending or load calculation. Prepare one in advance with a clear safety check-in, a hands-on component, and a wrap-up that connects to code requirements.
Negotiate release time for continuing education
Code updates and new equipment require instructors to stay current. When reviewing an offer, ask whether the employer covers National Electrical Code cycle training and whether you get scheduled time away from class to complete it.
Electrical Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most electrical instructors?
Dorsey College, Ancora Education, and State of Georgia are hiring the most electrical instructors right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster near regions with active construction markets and established joint apprenticeship training programs.
How many electrical instructor jobs are remote?
About 17% of electrical instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most electrical training programs. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are theory-based courses, code review instruction, and continuing education modules that can be delivered through online learning platforms.
How do you become an electrical instructor?
Start by earning a journeyman or master electrician license and accumulating substantial field experience, since most programs require at least five years of hands-on work before they will consider you for an instructor role. From there, pursue a career and technical education teaching credential in your state if one is required, build a portfolio of any curriculum or training materials you have developed, and apply to community colleges, vocational schools, or apprenticeship programs that match your specialty.
Can you get an electrical instructor job with little teaching experience?
Yes, strong field credentials can outweigh a thin teaching resume at many programs, especially at apprenticeship training centers that prioritize trade expertise over formal education background. To compensate for limited classroom time, document any informal training you have done on the job, such as mentoring apprentices, running safety briefings, or onboarding new hires, and frame those experiences in terms of learning outcomes and participant skill development.
What does the electrical instructor interview process look like?
Most programs begin with a phone or video screening focused on your license, years in the trade, and teaching background. Finalists are typically invited for an in-person interview that includes a panel of department chairs or program directors and often a teaching demonstration covering a practical topic such as conduit installation, motor controls, or load calculation. Some institutions also ask candidates to review a sample lesson plan or troubleshoot a scenario the students might encounter.
Where can I find and apply to electrical instructor jobs?
You can find and apply to electrical instructor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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