Trim & Upholstery Instructor

Description

Trim & Upholstery Instructor

First Review: 07/07/2025

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled  

Salary: $62,500.00 - $90,000.00 Annually, DOE

WyoTech is looking for experienced trim and upholstery professionals to join our team as instructors at our Laramie, WY campus. This is a great opportunity to share your craft and help train the next generation of technicians. No teaching experience necessary. Instructors will work alongside a Lead Instructor and may also teach independently. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience in custom interiors, seat building, stitching, and fabrication. We're looking for candidates with strong technical knowledge, a passion for student success, and who support WyoTech’s mission of Best Training. Best Experience. Best Outcomes. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to and ensure the enforcement of WyoTech policies and procedures as stated in the Employee Handbook; Advise students on attendance, grades, professionalism, and personal problems to ensure completion of their career program.
• Submit grades, tests, attendance, and all other material; Plan class instruction based on the syllabus and ensure learning objectives are met. Ensure all educational activity is conducted ethically and legally; Utilize the CANVAS LMS system.
• Support EPA and safety procedures; Encourage students to do safe, quality work with safety precautions.
• Maintain and attend to the repair of class equipment and tool inventory. Lock up your area.
• Attend scheduled instructor meetings, graduation, and registration; Participate in curriculum and professional development; Communicate effectively with all WyoTech faculty and staff.
• Encourage motivation and enthusiasm in the shop and classroom; Develop a professional rapport with the students.
• Prepare adequately for class and shop prior to start time; Have supplemental teaching items ready; Provide appropriate information, resources, and assignments for a lesson; Provide peer tutors as needed.
• Monitor class; Remain in control of the class throughout the classroom lesson and in the shop.
• Follow ADA Requirements.
• Be available for students 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after the scheduled class time.
• Always maintain security on all tests and lesson plans; Always maintain confidentiality.
• Other related duties as directed by the department coordinator/department assistant coordinator.  

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet state certification, regulatory agencies, and accrediting body requirements, including but not limited to:

• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of verifiable industry experience in automotive trim, upholstery, or interior fabrication.
• Deliver high-quality, hands-on instruction in automotive trim and upholstery, including seat construction, custom interiors, fabric and leather installation, headliners, carpeting, convertible tops, and interior panel cation.
• Experience in continual education or classroom training is a plus.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized workspace while adhering to safety protocols.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work in a team environment.
• Be proficient in the use of computers; Must be able to pick up on software used in an educational environment.

Why WyoTech:

• Work with students to make a difference in their lives
• Work with a great company that supports not only their staff but the community as well
• Team building
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive benefit package
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401K
• Health insurance - vision and dental included
• Life and short-term disability 

The Laramie community has the small-town charm with big city events. If you love the outdoors our community is only a 30-minute drive from multiple mountains. Whether you are looking to go snowmobiling or fishing in the Snowy Range or mountain climbing and biking at Vedauwoo National Forest. Laramie does not disappoint in our outdoor activities. We are only a short drive from the Wyoming capitol or Colorado if you are looking to get your big city fix. Laramie cares about its community and is why many residents call it "Laradise". To check out more click here. 

Applicants who are offered an appointment are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation and driver's license check.