Job Description

“Vision with action can change the world.”

Tech Foundry, Western MA’s IT-focused workforce development organization, has launched a new program for young adults seeking new college/career opportunities. This initiative, called Tech Bridge, offers technical professional development, college readiness and exploration, leadership and team-building, internships and a supported pathway to tech careers, college – or both!

The Audio-Visual Technology Instructor will join a team that is committed to the mission of connecting talented residents to equitable opportunities for living wage jobs and/or college experiences. Joining a motivated, fun team, the A/V Tech Instructor will deliver energetic, hands-on training and classroom instruction to prepare young adults for entry-level and mid-level employment in the AV and event production industries. The Instructor will augment Loop Lab curriculum aligned with industry standards, support the students in preparing for the Dante-1 certification, maintain a supportive learning environment, and partner with Tech Foundry’s team and local employers to ensure students gain real-world skills and connections.

The successful A/V Instructor will be an engaging and organized A/V specialist, using defined curriculum to lead class for 13 young adults, teaching 9-12:30, M-F, for 3 months starting in January. Drawing upon your tech knowledge, you will teach modules including sound, video, lighting, projection and multi-media tech support, including supporting student learning through tutoring and small group support, assessing progress, and ensuring classroom and tech equipment is well-maintained. Collaborating with our terrific staff, you'll build relationships with and engage learners, positively impacting their professional development.

The successful candidate will have the following required skills:

• Hands-on experience in audio-visual production, live sound, video editing, projection, lighting, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability, or strong desire to teach or train adults from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
• Enthusiasm and support for Tech Foundry’s mission, including a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging principles.
• Proficiency with one or more of the following industry software and equipment (e.g., Pro Tools, Adobe Premiere, QLab, Dante, DMX lighting).
• Willingness to learn and utilize Loop Lab curriculum.
• Ability to travel to Boston for 3 days of paid training in Loop Lap curriculum.

Preferred skills include:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in AV technology, media production, or related field — or equivalent professional experience.
• Industry certifications (CTS, Dante, OSHA 10/30, or similar).
• Experience working in workforce development, nonprofit, young-adult services or community education settings.
• Bilingual proficiency.

Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. To be considered for this role, please send a resume and cover letter to hire@thetechfoundry.org by 12/8/25 for consideration. EOE

Salary range is $30-37/hour, based upon experience.

Please note: At this time, Tech Foundry is only able to consider candidates who are currently authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.

Job Tags

Internship, Local area, Visa sponsorship,

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