HVAC Instructor

Recent Jobs; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance options

Dental, vision, disability

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

Louisiana Delta Community College in Louisiana seeks an HVAC/HACR instructor for a 12-month faculty position. The role involves teaching 35 hours per week across spring, summer, and fall terms, developing curriculum, and engaging diverse learners to meet course objectives.

Qualified candidates will have an associate degree/technical diploma in HVAC/HACR or related field, at least three years in the industry, and strong communication skills. Teaching experience and LMS familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in HVAC, HACR or related field.
• Minimum of three years of industry experience in electrical trades or HVAC fields.
• Strong communication skills and ability to teach adults.
• Experience with instructional technology and diverse student populations.
• Commitment to Louisiana Delta Community College mission and accreditation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Teach 35 hours per week during spring, summer, and fall semesters.
• Develop and use effective teaching methods and materials.
• Classes may be day, afternoon, evening, and/or weekends.
• Maintain office hours and grade records; respond to information requests.
• Design and develop curriculum within state and accreditation guidelines.
• Participate in student recruitment, placement, advisement, and committees.
• Engage in assessment and placement of students and program improvement.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Workforce development

Diversity awareness

Education

Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in HVAC/HACR or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Canvas LMS

LMS tools

Job description

College: Louisiana Delta Community College

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Industrial Sciences

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 12 month (Grant Funded)

Salary: $66,000-$68,000

Duties and Responsibilities

1. 
   Teaching
   
   
   
   • Teach 35 hours per week in the daytime during the spring, summer, and fall semesters.
   
   
   • Plans, develops, and uses effective teaching methods and materials which assist students in meeting course objectives, are appropriate for students with diverse educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles, and engage the students in learning.
   
   
   • Classes may be day, afternoon, evening, and/or weekends
   
   
   • Maintain regular office hours, grade records
   
   
   • Respond to requests for information in a timely manner
   
   
   • Attend and participate in faculty meetings
   
   
   • Design and develop curriculum within state and accreditation body guidelines
   
   
   • Assist in assessment and placement of students in appropriate classes
   
   
   • Participate in student recruitment, placement, advisement, and serve on college committees
   
   
   • Identify student learning outcomes: develop processes and tools for assessment; incorporate results in order to modify instruction and materials in coordination with colleagues
   
   
   
   


2. 
   Professional Development
   
   
   
   • Maintains high standards of competence in the discipline(s) and teaching methodologies through professional development activities.
   
   
   • Reviews, evaluates, reflects, and revises program curricula and teaching methods through a self‑evaluation process of self‑reflection.
   
   
   • Meets or exceeds professional standards, state‑mandated guidelines, requirements of business/industry, and higher education, as appropriate to the discipline(s).
   
   
   
   


3. 
   Service
   
   
   
   • Actively participates in college meetings and/or committees, task forces, and councils
   
   
   • Participates in college-related activities such as registration, community education, and recruitment of students, student retention, and faculty selection
   
   
   • Participates in college activities for students/student organizations to aid in retention
   
   
   • Participates in business and community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission and values of the college
   
   
   • Participates in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards
   
   
   • Participates in setting departmental goals, in developing college budgets that support the goals, and in planning for achieving those goals.
   
   
   • Promotes and maintains departmental affiliation agreements and other partnerships
   
   
   • Other duties as assigned
   
   
   
   

Required Education

The preferred qualifications for this position include an Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in HVAC, HACR, or a related field, and a minimum of three (3) years of current experience working in the industry.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of three (3) years of documented experience in electrical trades.

The successful candidate must hold or be eligible to obtain industry‑based credentials relevant to the HACR field. Experience teaching or training adults, particularly in workforce development or correctional education settings, is preferred.

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong technical knowledge, effective communication skills, and a commitment to high standards of instruction and professionalism. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of Louisiana Delta Community College and exhibit sensitivity to the needs of students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in HVAC, HACR, or a related field


• Prior teaching or training experience at the college or technical school level.


• Industry certifications related to the HACR field


• Familiarity with safety practices and industrial safety protocols.


• Experience using instructional technology, learning management systems (LMS), and simulation software.


• Familiarity with the CANVAS LMS is a plus.

Benefits

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Louisiana Delta Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.