Adjunct Trainer, HVAC Apprenticeship

NorthWest Arkansas Community College; Arkansas; On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Part time

Job summary

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) is hiring a Part-time HVAC Instructor to lead classroom instruction and manage the curriculum for HVAC students in Arkansas. The role requires 3-5 years of work experience and a high school diploma, with preferred credentials including an Arkansas HVAC license and NCCER Certified Instructor.

This position offers a pay of $35 per hour, allowing you to share your trade expertise with students and ensure compliance with educational standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ work experience in HVAC or related field is required.
• Completion credential from US DOL Registered HVAC Apprenticeship preferred.
• EPA608, Arkansas HVAC license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom instruction of HVAC students.
• Share trade knowledge and expertise.
• Create/manage curriculum adhering to standards.
• Report attendance to program coordinator.
• Provide syllabus and adapt instruction as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of higher education academic programs

Knowledge of current trade codes

Ability to evaluate information

Ability to coordinate activities

Education

High school diploma

Job description

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) is a leading community college in Arkansas providing associate degrees and workforce training. NWACC is seeking a Part‑time HVAC Instructor to lead classroom instruction, share trade knowledge, and manage curriculum for HVAC students.

Responsibilities

• Lead the classroom instruction of HVAC students appropriate to class/experience level.
• Share trade knowledge, experience and expertise with students appropriate to class/experience level.
• Create and/or manage delivery of class curriculum adhering to standards outlined in Western Arkansas Apprenticeship Program’s AppendixA: HVAC and/or NWACC course catalog.
• Take regular attendance and report attendance to program coordinator.
• Provide a course syllabus to program coordinator.
• Report any issues to the appropriate authorities.
• Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies following procedures set by NWACC.
• Willingness to adjust or adapt delivery method of instruction as needed.

Salary

$35 per hour.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education academic and social programs.
• Knowledge of campus and community resources.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs.
• Ability to coordinate the activities of campus academic and/or social programs.
• Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate recommendations.
• Ability to compile information into report form.
• Knowledge of current trade code(s); knowledge of or willingness to learn NCCER curriculum.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Frequently: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding.
• Frequently: Sitting.
• Frequently: Standing.
• Frequently: Walking.
• Constantly: Hearing.
• Constantly: Repetitive motion.
• Constantly: Talking.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with moderate noise level and occasional visits to other areas.

Required Experience

High school diploma and 3-5 years’ work experience is required.

Preferred Experience

• Completion credential from US DOL Registered HVAC Apprenticeship.
• Arkansas HVAC license.
• EPA608.
• NCCER Certified Instructor.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please see our EEO policy.