HVAC Adjunct Faculty - Fall 2026

Elgin Community College; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 1,473,000 - 1,528,000; Full time

Job summary

Elgin Community College is seeking adjunct teaching faculty to deliver instruction in residential and commercial HVAC. The role involves conducting classes and labs, preparing lessons, and evaluating student progress to support educational goals.

Applicants should have an associate's degree with substantial work experience or a bachelor's degree with related field experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree with 4,000 hours of work experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 2,000 hours of work experience.
• Minimum 3 years' teaching experience in a technical field.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in assigned classes and labs.
• Prepare lessons and provide course syllabus with grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information.
• Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets.
• Prepare labs and enforce lab safety procedures.
• Keep accurate records of student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain office hours and communicate via voicemail/e-mail.
• Refer students to student support services and accommodate special needs.
• Provide classroom instruction with related lab in residential/commercial HVAC areas: electrical, heating, air conditioning, load calculations, blueprint reading, tools and safety.

Education

Associate's degree in a related field with 4,000 hours of documented work experience

Bachelor's degree in a related field with 2,000 hours of documented work experience

Minimum 3 years' teaching experience in a technical field

Job description

About ECC:

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person-students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors-feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule:

Hours vary and may include day, evening and weekend responsibilities. Courses are taught in a classroom setting and may include a lab component. Please indicate your availability in your cover letter.

Rate of Pay:

Per Contact Hour

2025: Less than Master's = $1069; Master's or above = $1109

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Grant Funded:

No

Job Summary:

Adjunct teaching faculty provide instruction aligned with the college's strategic goals and evaluate students' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Associate's degree in a related field with 4,000 hours of documented work experience OR, Bachelor's degree in a related field with 2,000 hours of documented work experience
• Minimum 3 years' teaching experience in a technical field
• Strong communication skills

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 5 years' experience in building maintenance
• High Pressure Stationary Engineers' License
• ESCO Excellence Certified
• Refrigeration experience

Essential Duties:

• Deliver Instruction
  1. Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
  2. Prepare lessons
  3. Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
  4. Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets
• If a lab is involved:
  1. Prepare labs
  2. Enforce lab safety procedures
• Evaluate Student Progress
  1. Keep accurate record of student performance
  2. Provide students with timely feedback
• Provide Student Assistance
  1. Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication
  2. Refer students to student support services
  3. Accommodate special needs students
• Provide classroom instruction with related lab in the following residential/commercial hvac areas:
  • Electrical, heating, air conditioning, load calculations, blueprint reading, tools and equipment related to subject, and safety.

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description

Physical Demands:

Medium (up to 50 lbs. occasionally or 30 lbs frequently or 10 lbs constantly)

Visual Acuity:

Arms length

Work Environment:

Loud noise

Environmental Conditions:

Hazards, vibrations and fumes or airborne particles

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.