Career Readiness Instructor - Part Time, Grant Funded
In support of SUNY Orange's workforce development strategy, SUNY Orange Plus supports the creation of opportunities focused on providing high-impact solutions to local employers, including strengthening employees' skills and competencies through customized workforce development training and services.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Part-Time Career Readiness Instructor to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in workforce development, a passion for teaching, and the ability to inspire and guide students toward achieving their career goals. As a Part-Time Career Readiness Instructor, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in key areas such as resume writing, interview techniques, job search strategies, professional communication, and workplace readiness. You will assess student progress, provide personalized support, and foster a positive, engaging learning environment that prepares students to successfully enter and thrive in the workforce.
The Career Readiness Instructor must have the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by the program schedule, as well as travel between our Newburgh and Middletown Campuses and other locations as needed.
Job Requirements:
Education Required:
- Associate's Degree or higher in Education, Human Services, or related field.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of two (2) years experience in teaching, coaching, or counseling students in career readiness, workforce development, or related areas.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience working with diverse populations, including adult learners and individuals facing barriers to education and employment.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:
- Strong knowledge of career readiness topics, including resume writing, job search techniques, interviewing skills, workplace behavior, and financial literacy.
- Ability to design and deliver interactive, engaging curriculum tailored to adult learners.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to present complex information in an easily understandable manner.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Proficiency with office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with online learning platforms is preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish language skills.
Additional Information:
Deadline for Applying: November 23, 2026
Position Begins: ASAP
Hourly Rate: $31.00 - $37.00 per hour. This is a part-time grant funded position and is contingent upon the continued availability of funds.
Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.
To apply, visit http://occc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=206509
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