Training Tomorrow's Inspectors–A Unique Opportunity
Learning a new skillset is often difficult, and having the right kind of teacher can make the difference between success and failure.
Our long-time instructor, Peter Perrella, has taught thousands of students to earn their Emission Inspectors and/or Emission Repair Technicians credentials. As a Master Tech with years of teaching and turning wrenches under his belt, Peter is able to meaningfully connect with students, draw from his deep experiences, and help them work through the material. Many of you reading this know Peter or have taken his classes over the years.
As good as he is, however, Peter is only one man. As demand for our training courses has increased after the COVID emergency ended, we have seen renewed interest in our Training Program. We now have a waiting list of interested students, and the need for additional help.
In acknowledging this, and in hopes of expanding our instructional program around the state, the Association wants to hear from any members, their employees, former employees, or other associates that might be interested in teaching one of our courses.
Our courses are typically scheduled every four to six weeks, depending on the demand. The ideal candidate(s) would be a current NJ State Emission Inspector, be generally knowledgeable, have a good demeanor, and a willingness to learn how to teach our course from Peter and our staff to small groups of interested students. No prior teaching experience is needed.
What's more, we would welcome potential instructor candidates from different geographic parts of the state, so as to organize “local” classes to better accommodate students in a given region.
Who could realistically teach? It might be you, a former or current employee, a younger technician, a seasoned Master Tech, or even a partially retired shop owner looking to give something back to the industry. And, of course, it might be someone who is periodically looking to make a few extra dollars on the side; as the need arises and a class can be organized.
It takes a special kind of person to teach. Imparting knowledge and educating a willing student is a unique skillset, and one that is often undervalued in our industry. Help us identify those educators to better prepare tomorrow's shop personnel.
Thanks for your help! If you are interested in learning more or have an ideal candidate in mind, please feel free to email Nick at nick@njgca.org at your convenience.
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