Window Cleaning & Scaffolding Instructor

SEIU 32BJ Training Fund

New York

Part-time Window Cleaning & Scaffolding Instructor

The 32BJ Training Fund is seeking qualified candidates for part-time Window Cleaning & Scaffolding Instructor for classes taught in Manhattan.

About us:

SEIU 32BJ is a service union that represents cleaners, maintenance workers, service staff, and security officers in the New York City area and nine other states on the East Coast. Our mission is to educate every member so that they have the tools they need to meet the challenges of a changing industry.

Who we’re looking for:

• Creative, dynamic teachers with good interpersonal skills who enjoy working in diverse linguistic and cultural settings
• Teachers looking to empower workers through industry skills education

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement lesson plans that are aligned to the program curriculum and incorporate the provided educational materials.
• Teach course content using a student-centered teaching approach
• Maintain and submit records of attendance
• Maintain ongoing communication with supervisor
• Participate in relevant professional development activities, as available

Qualifications:

• Current 16-hour DOB Scaffold Certificate and 32-hour DOB Scaffold Certificate
• Current OSHA Construction or General Industry Teaching Certificate 
• Experience in the window cleaning industry
• Previous teaching experience (preferred)
• Excellent technology skills with the ability to use digital platforms to instruct, communicate, and record program data
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with students from a variety of linguistic and cultural backgrounds

COVID-19 Considerations

• Record of completed COVID-19 vaccine or confirmed medical/religious exemption
• Compliance with current COVID-19 protocols of the organization

Classes offered

• 2 mornings or 2 afternoons per week (TBD)
• Approximately 12 hours per week

Location(s)

• 25 W. 18th Street, Manhattan

Compensation:  

• $75 per teaching hour
• Paid preparation time
• Paid in-house training, coaching, and professional development opportunities