Adjunct, HVAC/R

Northampton Community College; Bethlehem Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Northampton Community College invites applicants for credit, part-time Adjunct faculty positions in HVAC/R. In this role you will instruct and facilitate HVAC/R learning in the classroom and lab environment, with possible onsite industry training.

Responsibilities include planning instruction from the syllabus, collaborating on curriculum, supervising lab activities, evaluating student work, and staying current with industry developments.

Qualifications

• Technical Associates Degree or higher preferred; industry experience considered.
• Minimum of five years in HVAC/R industry.
• EPA Section 608 Certification - Types I & II (Universal preferred).
• RSES or NATE industry certifications preferred.
• No teaching experience required but strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Moderate computer and technology skills to support administrative and instructional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus and outline (provided).
• Collaborate with program manager on curriculum development and lab improvements.
• Supervise independent and group projects, lab activities, or other training.
• Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress, providing feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Prepare content for classroom and labs for activities as required.
• Stay current with industry developments and relay these changes to students as applicable.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

EPA 608 Certification

HVAC/R industry experience

RSES or NATE certifications

Education

Technical Associates Degree or higher

Industry experience in lieu of degree

Job description

Adjunct, HVAC/R

The staff and faculty of Northampton Community College share a single goal: to help students transform their lives through education. It's a goal that reaps rewards thousands of times over the course of a career. Employees at Northampton receive competitive compensation and an array of benefits while working on campuses located in a region with a very high quality of life.

We invite you to consider to applying for one of our currently available positions. For more information on the College, please visit www.northampton.edu. For more information on life in the Lehigh Valley, please visit https://www.northampton.edu/about/working-at-ncc/life-in-the-area.html.

NCC is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences in this area.

Please note that this position will remain open until filled.

Summary

Credit part‑time, adjunct faculty teaching positions available in HVAC/R. Seeking motivated and knowledgeable individuals to instruct and facilitate HVAC/R learning in the classroom and lab environment. Additional opportunities may be considered for onsite training in industry.

Responsibilities include: Plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus and outline (provided); Collaborate with program manager on curriculum development and lab improvements; Supervise independent and group projects, lab activities, or other training; Observe and evaluate student's work to determine progress, providing feedback, and making suggestions for improvement when necessary; Prepare content for classroom and labs for activities as required; Stay current of industry development and relay these changes to students as applicable.

Qualifications

• Technical Associates Degree or higher is preferred, but industry experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of five (5) years in HVAC/R Industry.
• EPA Section 608 Technician Certification - Minimum: Types I & II (Universal preferred).
• RSES or NATE industry certifications preferred.
• No previous teaching is required but the candidate must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Moderate computer and technology skills to facilitate administrative and instructional requirements. Technical assistance will be provided as needed and learning workshops are offered on an ongoing basis.