Adjunct Instructor - Construction

Location: Syracuse, NY Category: Adjunct Faculty Job Type: Part-time Temporary Posted On: Mon Aug 10 2026 Job Description:

Campus Title: Adjunct Instructor - Construction

Budget Title : Adjunct Instructor

Unit: UUP

Professional Rank and Salary Range: $55.00/hour | 20 hours per week

Duration: Academic Year -1-year appointment

• This position is located in Syracuse, NY (Syracuse Educational Opportunity Center)

Brief Description of Duties:
The Syracuse Educational Opportunity Center (SEOC) is seeking an Adjunct Construction Instructor to provide hands-on and classroom instruction to adult learners preparing for careers in the construction industry. The instructor will deliver practical, project-based training that develops foundational construction skills and workplace readiness.

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Deliver engaging instruction in fundamental construction topics, including (based on program structure) including: Basic carpentry, framing, drywall, masonry, blueprint reading

Construction math, measurement, and layout

Hand and power tools operation and safety

Workplace professionalism and job-site communication

Prepare lesson plans, demonstrations, and instructional activities.

Maintain a safe, organized, and productive learning environment.

Track attendance, student progress, and grades. Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student success.

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Demonstrated hands-on experience in the construction industry.

Ability to teach and supervise hands-on construction projects in a classroom and lab setting.

Knowledge of construction safety, hand and power tools, basic carpentry, construction math, and blueprint reading.

Strong communication and organizational skills

Additional Information:
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