Associate Instructor HVAC

Motlow; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Motlow College Athens campus is seeking a Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology Associate Instructor to join the TCAT Athens program. This full-time role requires a minimum 37.5 hours per week on the Main Campus in Athens, TN.

The position focuses on educating students in HVAC/R theory and hands-on applications. The ideal candidate will hold a technical diploma or equivalent with related credentials, and have several years of HVAC/R experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of HVAC/R industry experience in last five years.
• Must know residential and commercial HVAC/R installation and service.
• Teaching ability and willingness to interact with students.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom instructional process and monitor student progress.
• Assign grades, maintain attendance, and advise students on goals.
• Develop instructional materials and update course syllabi.
• Remain current in HVAC/R field and participate in professional development.
• Support accreditation, assessment, and college processes.
• Assist in recruitment and campus activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Judgment

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

AV equipment operation

Education

Technical diploma or higher in HVAC/R or related field

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audio/Visual equipment

Job description

Title: Associate Instructor HVAC

Employee Classification:

Institution:TCAT-Athens

Department: Instruction

Campus Location: TCAT Athens

Job Summary

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology Associate Instructor, Full Time

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Athens is accepting applications for the position of full-time Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology Associate Instructor to be located at the Main Campus in Athens, TN. This position will work a minimum of 37.5 hours a week.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical diploma in instructional area or equivalent higher education with credentials in related field. Associate degree preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of successful work experience as an HVAC/R Technician in industrial, residential, and/or commercial HVAC systems within the last five years.
• Must possess a high degree of knowledge in all phases of residential and commercial HVAC/R systems to include the installation and service.
• Must possess the organizational and communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and to interact with high school and adult students.
• Evidence of ability to teach students. Teaching experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships with students, colleges, business and industry, faculty, staff and the general public.
• Must possess effective oral and written communication skills to accurately convey information and to effectively present information.
• Show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and mature attitude.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Must have ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs, audio/visual equipment and software.
• Must have the ability to multitask with good organization and planning skills.
• Passionate belief in the power of education along with the desire to help students achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals.
• Must be willing to remain current in the HVAC/R field and maintain certifications.
• Ability to be flexible and handle a variety of tasks at one time.Ability to meet deadlines and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with local industry partners.

Job Duties

• Instruction: Facilitate the classroom instructional process: evaluate and monitor student progress; assign grades; provide academic assistance to students; maintain attendance and grade records; counsel and advise students on career goals; work to retain students; maintain required classroom and office hours.
• Course and Curriculum Development: Select texts, equipment, supplies, and other learning resources; participate in the purchase of needed program supplies and equipment; develop instructional materials; create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi.
• Professional Development: Remain current within instructional field and technologies; acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials; attend scheduled college and division professional development and in-service activities; support related professional organizations; participate in the annual faculty evaluation process.
• Service to Students: Comply with FERPA laws; participate in advising, recruitment, admissions, and orientation of potential students; assist students with job placement; support student activities including SkillsUSA and NTHS.
• Service to the College and Community: Assist in the recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned;

participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes; support and participate in the College’s decision-making processes; provide input and assistance with budgets; attend graduation exercises and participate in mandatory college programs; develop and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with colleagues; maintain an active program advisory committee; work to meet and exceed COE benchmarks for student completion and placement.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or administration, on and off campus.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Walking, bending, standing, carrying, lifting, driving, pulling/pushing, use of computer.