Job Description

Associate Instructor, Bench Jeweler (On-Campus)

Location: Carlsbad, California; Site: GIA corporate headquarters.

Job Overview: Deliver the Graduate Jeweler (GJ) program curriculum while fostering an engaging, supportive, and efficient learning atmosphere for students attending the on-site GJ course.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instruct students in the On-Campus Graduate Jeweler Program, utilizing a variety of jewelry manufacturing and repair equipment, and audiovisual aids.
• Impart appropriate and relevant course material consistent with GIAs reputation, standards, and integrity.
• Address student concerns, complaints, or issues promptly; interface with Dean of Students, Manager of Education (Carlsbad), or other appropriate education staff for further action.
• Coach students regarding academic performance and methods for improvement.
• Maintain a culturally diverse classroom environment; foster sensitivity and respect.
• Proctor tests; receive, correct, and process student assignments and submit final student grades according to required schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Competencies:

• Indepth knowledge of jewelry manufacturing and repair techniques.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Blackboard or other learning systems).
• Effective presentation of course material; ability to communicate and provide feedback to students.
• Strong communication skills; professional and collegial.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Graduate Jeweler (GJ) or Graduate Jeweler Gemologist (GJG) diploma preferred.
• Minimum of three years related practical jewelry industry experience required.
• Bachelors degree from a fouryear college or university and five years related practical jewelry industry experience preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and 401K matching.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits.
• Onsite caf, electric vehicle charging stations, ergonomic assessments.
• Professional and educational development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer: GIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Pay: $75,000 (annually).

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