has been a member of the International Masonry Institute for nearly 20 years. He has a variety of experiences within the union and currently serves as an IMI Bricklaying instructor at Iroquois Job Corps Center. Lino helps students earn a variety of certifications and enjoys teaching them about ethics and workplace relationships. One of Lino’s favorite parts of his job is helping students progress from pre-apprenticeship training to apprenticeships in the union. 

Robert Kelichner, an International Masonry Institute Bricklaying instructor, has over 15 years of experience in the bricklayers union. He enjoys using his experience in the field to help students navigate their training and career paths. Robert leads many of his pre-apprenticeship students to find successful job placements in the industry.  

had a career as a field inspector while living in his home country, the island nation of Grenada. After moving to the United States, Leroy joined the United Brotherhood of Carpenters union, where he has over 13 years of experience. Now the UBC Carpentry instructor at Iroquois Job Corps Center, he enjoys passing along his knowledge and experience to his students and guiding them in their career decisions. 

has over 30 years of experience as a union carpenter with United Brotherhood of Carpenters, working on a wide variety of residential and commercial projects. He has served as the UBC Carpentry instructor at Iroquois Job Corps Center for over 15 years. Robert helps students gain OSHA 30, scaffolding and green building certifications. He understand the skills needed to become more employable and sustain a long-term career in the industry. Robert prioritizes assisting students in finding apprenticeships with UBC and enjoys walking beside students throughout their training.

Before becoming an instructor for Iroquois Job Corps Center’s HBI Electrical program, Ryan Hyde worked in the field for nearly 10 years. His experience allows him to help students navigate the path to their new career. Ryan enjoys working with Job Corps students to help them improve their employability skills and become successful in a career of their choice. 

is a Painting instructor at Iroquois Job Corps Center. She has been with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades for the last 25 years and has a professional background in commercial painting, drywall finishing, industrial coatings and removal. Renea’s various roles in the field give her insight into the numerous careers offered in the painting industry. In her current role, Renea most enjoys having an opportunity to walk with and help students as they seek their futures.

Mark Dickinson, the Driver Education instructor at Iroquois Job Corps Center, has been teaching driver’s education for over 15 years, both in the classroom and behind the wheel. He previously spent over 29 years in the U.S. military. In his free time, Mark enjoys kayaking, biking, traveling and watching sporting events. Through his role at Job Corps, Mark enjoys working with students who like to be challenged and watching them overcome barriers. 

has been the Clinical Medical Assistant instructor at Iroquois Job Corps Center for over a decade and worked in the health care field for many years in ICU, labor and delivery, and medical/surgical floors, as well as in women’s health care and obstetrics offices. Dora’s professional experiences gave her the knowledge to help students find success in their training, skills, testing and careers. 

is a Certified Nurse Assistant instructor at Iroquois Job Corps Center. He worked in the medical field for many years as a licensed practical nurse in nursing homes and other medical facilities before starting his teaching career. He also served as an emergency medical technician with local emergency response teams and fire and rescue volunteers. These experiences gave Kevin adequate perspective to help students understand the variety of circumstances they might encounter in health care.

Before joining the team at Iroquois Job Corps Center, Cynthia Popp worked as a flight attendant. She later returned to school at Niagara County Community College to finish her nursing degree and brings over 20 years of nursing experience to her role as a Certified Nurse Assistant instructor. Cynthia has experience in a variety of health care settings, including hospital, home care, mental health and drug addiction, as well as corrections. Cynthia finds great reward in teaching and loves the opportunity to help shape the next generation of nurses.