Benefits of Being a Dorsey Employee:
- Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs (employee, spouse, and dependent).
- Tuition discount opportunities for select on-line Lindenwood University degrees for employees that qualify.
- Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and 403b retirement plan.
- Eleven Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Thursday – Friday), Christmas Eve and Christmas Days (as observed), and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (as observed).
LOCATION: Multiple Campuses, Michigan
DEPARTMENT: Education
SUPERVISORY: No
REPORTS TO: Academic Dean / Managing Director
EEO CLASSIFICATION: Professionals
Schedule: Up to 2 classes per 6-week module | Morning, Evening, and Online Opportunities Available
Compensation: Competitive pay based on electrical trade expertise and teaching experience.
Hiring Bonus: Available based on student outcomes, class load, and other performance factors; paid in module increments over a six-month period.
No prior teaching experience required.
The Electrical Technician Instructor is responsible for preparing students for successful careers in the electrical trade through engaging classroom and hands-on laboratory instruction. Instructors deliver quality educational experiences that promote student achievement, skill development, retention, and career readiness while maintaining compliance with Dorsey College policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate is a skilled electrical professional who is passionate about sharing industry knowledge, mentoring students, and creating a positive learning environment.
Plan, prepare, and deliver classroom and laboratory instruction based on approved course outlines and current industry practices.
Teach electrical theory, wiring methods, circuitry, electrical safety, and National Electrical Code (NEC) applications.
Demonstrate proper use of electrical tools, test equipment, materials, and safe work practices.
Utilize a variety of instructional methods to support diverse learning styles and skill levels.
Assess student learning through quizzes, exams, lab activities, practical demonstrations, and other evaluation methods.
Provide timely feedback and academic support to promote student success and course completion.
Maintain a safe, organized, and professional classroom and laboratory environment.
Monitor attendance, punctuality, professionalism, and student engagement.
Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and student records within Canvas LMS.
Ensure classroom and laboratory equipment, materials, and supplies are prepared and operational prior to instruction.
Advise students regarding attendance, academic progress, and course-related concerns.
Contact absent students as needed to support retention efforts.
Refer students to appropriate campus resources when academic, personal, or financial challenges arise.
Document student interventions and behavioral concerns as required.
Collaborate with Admissions, Financial Aid, Career Services, and campus leadership to support enrollment, retention, and graduate employment outcomes.
Participate in faculty meetings, committee meetings, orientations, open houses, commencement ceremonies, and other campus events as assigned.
Maintain current knowledge of NEC updates, industry standards, emerging technologies, and best practices in electrical education.
Develop and maintain relationships with employers and industry partners to support program relevance and student placement opportunities.
Conduct all educational activities in accordance with Dorsey College policies, OSHA standards, FERPA requirements, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
Maintain ethical and professional standards at all times.
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, wiring methods, circuitry, electrical theory, and NEC requirements.
Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to students with varying experience levels.
Strong classroom management, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to motivate, engage, and support a diverse student population.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and learning management systems such as Canvas.
Commitment to student success, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum two (2) years of electrical trade experience or equivalent.
Completion of a U.S. Department of Labor-recognized electrical apprenticeship or training program preferred.
Michigan Master Electrician License or Journeyman Electrician License preferred.
OSHA 10/30, NCCER credentials, or other relevant industry certifications preferred.
Prior teaching, training, coaching, or mentoring experience preferred but not required.
Ability to successfully pass a background check.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout classroom and laboratory environments for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to safely operate electrical tools, testing equipment, and computer systems.
Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively to deliver instruction and maintain laboratory safety.
May be exposed to electrical equipment, noise, and varying temperatures in laboratory settings.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform additional duties as assigned to meet business needs. This is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with Dorsey College is at-will.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dorsey College is an Equal Opportunity employer. The College complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Dorsey College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.
Dorsey College also strives to ensure equal access to educational programs and activities, compliant with Title IX which prevents sex discrimination, including accommodations for pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions. Dorsey College does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator is Ann Victoria Thomas, 31799 John R Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071, [email protected] , Ph: 248.585.9200, ext. 11228. Dorsey College’s nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/ . To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please also refer to https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/ and select “Report an Incident” under the Title IX heading.
