TITLE: Instructor
LOCATION: Livermore, California
POSITION: In Person, must be located in the Bay Area
DEADLINE: July 18th or until position filled
WHO WE ARE
Construction Trades Workforce Initiative (CTWI), is the nonprofit partner of the Alameda, Contra Costa and Napa/Solano Building Trades Councils. Founded in 2018, CTWI works to advance economic and social justice for underrepresented populations interested in entering family sustaining, union construction careers by strengthening workforce programs, policies and partnerships. We bridge the gap between organized labor and key community stakeholders through coalition building, pre-apprenticeship development and high road policy initiatives, all aligned around our goal of building the next generation of diverse, local and skilled workers.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
There is a high need for new people to join the union construction trades (electricians, plumbers, fitters, etc). The process to get into these trades is very competitive and requires a candidate to pass a math, mechanical and reading exam. Currently, only 5 - 20% of the labor pool passes these rigorous exams, consisting of math, mechanical aptitude, and an interview. To address this challenge, we offer Construction Math Test Prep Course to ensure that students are adequately prepared to pass these exams and enter union trades.
This course relies on having a reliable, dedicated instructor to support student needs. The test preparation teacher will work closely with CTWI to receive professional development on math test prep for the construction trades, as well as report to CTWI regarding student updates and questions.
WHO YOU WILL BE WORKING WITH
We are a passionate team of ten people. Our backgrounds range from former educators, engineers, union leaders to community organizers. We are highly collaborative and support each other in achieving programmatic and organizational goals. We believe in unions and the important role they play in creating middle-class careers. We are committed to creating more quality jobs for underserved populations.
YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Construction Math Test Prep instructor is responsible for teaching remedial math (4th-8th grade), mechanical reasoning, spatial reasoning and test taking strategies to students with varying academic levels. You will develop relationships with students, through in-person and email follow up, to ensure students are aware of trade openings and application requirements. You will need to work collaboratively with Construction Trades Workforce Initiative staff to understand the curriculum and deliver the materials using best teaching practices to prepare students to take and pass the written and oral exams for the construction trades, and to understand the union trades and their unique entrance requirements. The instructor is responsible for tracking and reporting student engagement and outcomes to CTWI. The classroom location will be at Livermore Adult Education at 1401 Almond Ave. Livermore, CA 94550.
Core responsibilities for this position are outlined below:
Instruction & Curriculum Delivery
Facilitate test prep classes using CTWI's proven curriculum
Develop supplemental worksheets and lesson plans to enhance learning
Coordinate practice tests and workshops with trade union partners
Provide comprehensive overviews of various building trades and their requirements
Student Support & Engagement
Deliver personalized academic support to meet individual student needs
Maintain regular communication regarding attendance, applications, and testing schedules
Connect students with CTWI resources and additional support services
Facilitate guest lectures from trade professionals
Support CTWI staff to organize union hall tours and mock interview preparation sessions
Data Management & Reporting
Track and report student progress, engagement, and outcomes
Maintain accurate enrollment, attendance, and achievement records
Support program coordinators with apprenticeship placement tracking
Submit required documentation and reports in a timely manner
Tentative Class Schedule
Dates of week
Time of class
Start date
End Date
In-Person
M/Thu
5-7pm
August 2025
June 2026
Yes
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
Candidate requirements
Bachelor's degree or in school for Bachelor’s or completion of a state-approved apprenticeship program required (preferably in education, STEM, or construction field)
Capacity to write educational materials such as worksheets and lesson plans
Capacity to track student outcomes, participation and learning gains using CTWI provided databases
Desired experiences
Familiarity with construction, labor organizations and/or social justice organizations
Courses, certificates, and/or experience in education
Experience teaching in multi-level classrooms
YOUR COMPENSATION
Compensation is $50/hour. The instructor should expect to work 6 hours per week (4 hours of instruction per week and 2 hours paid prep time). This is an at will, short term position.
To Apply: Send a copy of your resume
The deadline for applications is July 18th, 2025
CTWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more visit our website www.ctwi-btca.org