HVAC Instructor

Sylvania; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (family)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance paid by district

Personal business days

Sick time

Retirement plan

Job summary

The HVAC Instructor at the Career Tech Center within Muskegon Area Intermediate School District delivers hands-on instructional programming in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and industry practices. You will develop curriculum aligned with standards, manage labs, and connect classroom work with real-world applications for students.

The role requires a valid EPA 608 credential and a bachelor’s degree in education or related vocational field, plus appropriate career authorization or

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid EPA 608 Certified Technician credential.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or relevant vocational specialty.
• Annual Career Authorization in CIP Code 47.0607 or related CIP codes, or 4,000 hours of recent related work experience.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to supervise and manage program implementation.
• No disqualifying physical or mental restrictions.
• Planning and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication with students, families, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Delivers classroom and lab instruction using competency-based approaches.
• Collaborates with advisory committees to develop course content.
• Develops work-based learning sites for students.
• Assesses student progress with varied techniques.
• Maintains two-way communication with parents and students.
• Cooperates with staff to create opportunities for students.
• Maintains data-keeping systems and student records.
• Assists in budgeting and program funds monitoring.
• Attends meetings and fulfills program requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Principal.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Planning/organizational skills

Decision‑making abilities

Supervisory capability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or relevant vocational specialty area

Annual Career Authorization in CIP Code 47.0607 or related CIP codes

EPA 608 Certified Technician credential

Job description

MUSKEGON AREA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: HVAC Instructor - Career Tech Center

CLASSIFICATION: Professional

REPORTS TO: Principal of the Career Tech Center

SUPERVISES: N/A

TERMS

• This unionized position is a 184 total paid days position offering full family medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance are paid by the district at no cost to the employee.
• Personal business days and sick time paid.
• Retirement through the Office of Retirement Services (Pension Plus or Defined Contribution).

SALARY RANGE

This position is on the CTC Professional Scale, $52000-$86000.00 per year on the BA lane. Lanes for BA+20, MA, MA+30, and MA+60 are available.

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION

The HVAC Instructor delivers specialized instructional programming focused on the principles and practices of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and the industry. This role involves providing hands-on learning experiences, developing curriculum aligned with industry standards and potential certifications, managing technical lab environments and student activities, integrating classroom instruction with aviation career pathways and real-world applications, and maintaining effective communication with students, families, and educational colleagues.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 1. Delivers relevant classroom and lab/workplace instruction using competency-based and outcome-based education techniques and strategies.
• 2. Works closely with the advisory committee(s) to develop pertinent course content.
• 3. Develops work-based learning sites for students.
• 4. Assesses student progress using a variety of techniques and testing instruments.
• 5. Maintains an appropriate level of two-way communication with parents and students. Keeps parents informed and interested in classroom and workplace activities and accomplishments.
• 6. Works cooperatively with other staff to create opportunities for students.
• 7. Maintains accurate and legally adequate data-keeping systems and student records.
• 8. Assists in the utilization and monitoring of the program budget.
• 9. Attends all required meetings and participates in all activities essential to program operations and Michigan Department of Education program requirements.
• 10. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Principal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. The instructor must possess a valid EPA 608 Certified Technician credential
• 2. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in education or a relevant vocational specialty area.
• 3. Possession of a valid Annual Career Authorization in CIP Code 47.0607 area with appropriate industry licensure. (Related state‑approved CIP Codes to teach 47.0607 are: 17.0401, 47.0602, or 47.9999.)
• 4. If no Annual Career Authorization, 4,000 hours of paid recent and relevant work experience in related fields (within the last 10 years), and appropriate licensure.
• 5. Exhibits a commitment to excellent interpersonal skills.
• 6. An ability to supervise and manage the implementation of programs/services developed for students.
• 7. No physical or mental restrictions that would, with reasonable accommodation, prevent performance of the essential job functions and responsibilities.
• 8. Planning/Organizational Skills – Instructors must plan and organize their daily classroom activities to achieve the individual goals established for their students.
• 9. Decision‑Making Abilities – Instructors must make frequent and suitable decisions regarding classroom activities, student performance, instructional strategies, etc.
• 10. Interpersonal Skills – Instructors must interact well and maintain rapport with parents, support staff, and colleagues.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. Successful experience as an instructor of secondary students in an educational setting.
• 2. Successful experience in the development of work-based work sites within the business community.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES

• A MAISD Instructional Employee Skillfully Demonstrates . . .
  • Understanding the Organization:
    • Serves as a strategic partner to build, grow and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders
  • Building Collaborative Relationships:
    • Finds common ground and drives to a consensus
    • Takes a proactive approach to relate, build and maintain rapport with stakeholders
    • Understands interpersonal and group dynamics and responds in an effective manner
  • Making Complex Decisions:
    • Is respected by others for displaying student-focused decisions
    • Takes a proactive approach as an effective liaison between multiple and diverse stakeholders
  • Taking Initiative:
    • Identifies and seizes new opportunities with a student focus
    • Adapts quickly to changing resource requirements
  • Being Authentic:
    • Provides direct and actionable feedback
    • Shows consistency between words and actions
  • Being Flexible and Adaptable:
    • Remains calm and productive in uncertain situations
    • Takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks

NOTABLE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Some light to moderate lifting and general mobility around the campus area may also be necessary. May be required to pass a MAISD-paid physical examination and/or back x-ray, before an unconditional offer of employment can be made.

TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT

Most work is performed in a classroom or specialized service area.

EVALUATION

Teachers are evaluated at least annually according to Michigan law, Board policy, and the current bargained agreements.

OPPORTUNITY FOR ADVANCEMENT

Advancement is possible to available administrative positions within the Career/Technical Education area and with the MAISD at large.

WORK LOCATION(S)

Most work is performed at the Career Tech Center or at community-based instructional or work sites.

TRAVEL/OVERTIME EXPECTATIONS

Travel around the community should be anticipated.

PAY STRUCTURE

This position is on the CTC Professional scale of the MAISD salary scales.

EEO/DEI STATEMENT

It is the policy of the Muskegon Area Intermediate School District that no staff member, candidate for employment, program participant, or recipient of services shall experience discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity) disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries related to issues of discrimination on the basis of disability should be directed to the Director for Special Education at [phone]. All other discrimination inquiries or requests for special accommodations to participate in a program, event, or activity should be directed to the Associate Superintendent for Human Services at [phone].