Instructor, Bricklayer Blocks (Apprenticeship)

Job summary

Plan and prepare instructional materials, create and manage a positive learning environment, and teach and evaluate bricklaying apprenticeship students. Build professional relationships with students, colleagues, community partners, and stakeholders, while integrating technology and active learning into instruction.

Job details

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to transforming lives and communities. The College is currently seeking a dynamic and competent individual for the position of Instructor, Bricklayer Blocks (Apprenticeship). When you work at NBCC, you are a valued team member and a part of a community of leaders who are driven by learning excellence and social and economic development. Position Type: Term Duration: December 2026 to July 2027 Location: Saint John Campus Salary Range: $2,454.00 to $3,776 biweekly, based on experience and level of post-secondary education. Responsibilities As part of the School of Trades and Apprenticeship and reporting to the Academic Chair of Building and Construction, and a member of the faculty team. You will be responsible for the planning and preparation of instructional materials and resources; establishing and managing a positive learning environment; instructing and evaluating students; building and sustaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, community partners, and stakeholders; as well as other related duties. Specific instructional areas and courses within the program may include but are not limited to: Apprenticeship Block Levels 1,2, and 3 Basic to Advanced Masonry Techniques Building arches and entryways Patios Stone Blueprint Reading Tools and Equipment Rigging and Hoisting Anchors, Ties, and Joint Reinforcement Refractory Restoration And other related courses The successful incumbent must be willing and able to integrate technology and active student learning techniques into teaching practices. Qualifications Certificate of Qualification or Red Seal (Journeyperson) in Bricklaying. A working knowledge of MS Office is required. Preference may be given to candidates who have a minimum of three (3) years of related, recent work experience at the Journeyperson's level. Preference may be given to candidates who have experience teaching in a post-secondary environment in a blended delivery format. Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality. Demonstrated problem-solving skills, analytical ability, and innovative thinking. Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and within a team. Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet these qualifications on their resumes. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be raised. About New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) With six Campuses across the province, New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) transforms lives and communities across New Brunswick and contributes to the social and economic prosperity of our province. Why work with NBCC? You want to make a difference. By working at NBCC, you can support students in achieving their educational and career aspirations, help meet the needs of employers and contribute to stronger communities across New Brunswick. You want to belong to something bigger. NBCC welcomes the individual experiences and perspectives of our learners, our staff and our partners. We nurture a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and has opportunities to add value. NBCC is an equal opportunity employer building a dynamic team that is representative of the communities and industries that we serve. We're one of the best places to work in Atlantic Canada. For ten years in a row, we have been named one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers because of our commitment to families, community service and employee engagement. This includes, paid time off to volunteer, comprehensive benefits packages and professional development opportunities. Are you interested? A culture that is focused on nurturing a sense of belonging for all employees. Become a member of the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan. Opportunities for professional development and training. NBCC supports the wellbeing of its employees. We provide free access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP). Paid sick and vacation leave. Volunteer leave. Tuition Reimbursement Programs (Employee: Tuition Reimbursement Program AND Family: Tuition Reduction Benefit - Spouse and Children). This position is unionized, and the terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NBUPPE-Education (Instructional) collective agreement for the College. The New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to being flexible in its operations and to the well-being of its employees. This includes considering reasonable requests for alternative work arrangements, when feasible, to meet the changing needs of the College and its students. In order to ensure our student needs are met, flexible work arrangements cannot extend beyond the New Brunswick border. NBCC employees must be living in a location that is a reasonable distance from one of our seven work locations around the Province. We promote an equal opportunity work environment. All interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed application, with a resume, online by November 2, 2026. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.

What you’ll do

Plan and prepare instructional materials, create and manage a positive learning environment, and teach and evaluate bricklaying apprenticeship students. Build professional relationships with students, colleagues, community partners, and stakeholders, while integrating technology and active learning into instruction.

Requirements

A Bricklaying Certificate of Qualification or Red Seal Journeyperson credential is required, along with working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Three or more years of recent journeyperson-level experience and post-secondary teaching experience in blended delivery are preferred; candidates should also demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, problem-solving, analytical and innovative thinking, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee And Family Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Volunteer Leave
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement
• Tuition Reduction Benefit For Spouse And Children
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan

Listed skills

• Classroom management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Bricklaying
• Masonry Techniques
• Instructional Planning
• Teaching
• Student Evaluation
• Classroom Management
• Active Learning
• Technology Integration
• Blueprint Reading
• Rigging And Hoisting
• Problem-Solving
• Analytical Thinking
• Innovative Thinking
• Teamwork
• Professional Communication
• Microsoft Office

Job areas

• Education
• Trades
• Construction

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