AE HVAC/R Instructor

Upper Valley Career Center

Piqua (OH)

On-site

USD 34,440 - 41,328

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

State Teachers Retirement System

Worker’s Compensation

Job summary

A regional education provider in Piqua, Ohio is seeking a part-time AE HVAC/R Instructor to facilitate learning activities, develop engaging lesson plans, and prepare students for credential assessments. Candidates should have a solid foundation in HVAC/R, relevant work experience, and prior teaching experience is preferred. The role offers flexible scheduling, compensation of $25-$30 per hour, and benefits through the State Teachers Retirement System. Position requires compliance with educational standards and a valid teaching permit.

Qualifications

5 years’ work experience in field or relevant degree with 3 years’ experience.
Prior teaching experience preferred.
Able to pass BCI/FBI background check.

Responsibilities

Facilitates student learning activities.
Develops lesson plans for adult learners.
Prepares students for industry credential assessments.

Skills

HVAC/R fundamentals

Teaching experience

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in field

Tools

EPA 608 Universal Certification

R410-A Certification

NATE Certification

Job description

AE HVAC/R Instructor

Upper Valley Career Center Adult Technology Center – Piqua, Ohio. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5425516
Application Deadline: Feb 28, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Re-Posted: Yesterday

Job Description

Part-time Evening Instructors needed. Applicants can teach just one or several courses. Each class is approximately 4-5 weeks in length, 2 nights a week.

The instructor will provide instructional activities which are consistent with the program objectives and academic standards adopted and established by the Upper Valley Career Center and the State of Ohio. Hours/Schedule: 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Monday – Thursday, as needed.

Responsibilities

Facilitates student learning activities that encourage teamwork, positive peer relationships and reinforces employability skills essential to today’s workforce.
Develops lesson plans that engage adult student learning in both the classroom and laboratory setting.
Monitors student progress using formal and informal assessment strategies.
Coordinates with employers to provide real world experiences and opportunities for students.
Prepares students for industry credential assessments.
Assists program coordinator with curriculum development, course scheduling and Program Advisory Committee meetings.

Qualifications

5 years’ work experience in field of expertise OR Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in field of expertise plus 3 years’ work experience in the residential HVAC/R or Maintenance industry.
Prior teaching experience preferred.
Demonstrates the ability to obtain EPA 608 Universal, R410-A and NATE Certifications.
Demonstrates a solid foundation of the HVAC/R fundamentals, residential heating, heat pumps and cooling systems and metal duct fabrication.
Holds or is able to obtain a valid Ohio State Board of Education Adult Education Permit.
Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment. Able to successfully pass a BCI/FBI background check.
Maintains compliance with drug‑free workplace rules, Board policies, and other applicable procedures/guidelines.

Salary

Appropriate placement on the Adult Education Intermittent/Hourly Salary Schedule to be determined by education and experience. Compensation is $25.00 per hour for In‑House Training and $30.00 per hour for Off‑Site Training, on an as-needed basis. Maximum 839 working hours in an academic year. One‑year contract with opportunity for renewal.

Other Benefits

State Teachers Retirement System and Worker’s Compensation offered. Upon hire, additional benefits may be offered depending upon hours worked, job classification, and placement on the Upper Valley Career Center Salary Schedule. Some benefits are a shared cost between the employee and the Board of Education.

Performance Evaluation

Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Upper Valley Career Center.

This job posting description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. The information contained in this document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/curriculum changes, and unforeseen events.

Position Type

Full-time

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