HVAC - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Dayton (OH)

On-site

USD 1,441,000 - 1,653,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Sinclair Community College is seeking an HVAC Part-Time Adjunct Faculty to teach curriculum developed by the department at the main campus in Dayton, OH.

The role requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology or related field, with expected three years of HVAC field experience and teaching capabilities. Compensation starts at $1,046 per credit hour; employment is limited to eligible states and open to qualified candidates.

Qualifications

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology or related field required, master’s degree preferred; OR must meet the specific requirements associated with Tested Experience: Minimum of an associate’s degree in the content area or related field and EPA 608 license when teaching courses involving refrigerants.
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant HVAC field experience
Experience with Tridium Niagara Workstation and Elitesoft RHVAC and CHVAC building loads software preferred
Evidence of successful prior teaching experience is preferred
Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies
Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills with the capacity to work successfully in a culturally diverse college community
Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction

Responsibilities

Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department
Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning
Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies
Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate
Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs
Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success
Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning
Maintain accurate records of student progress
Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines
Maintain confidentiality of student information
Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than the maximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Skills

HVAC field experience

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology or related field

Associate’s degree in content area

EPA 608 Refrigerant Handler’s License

Tools

Tridium Niagara Workstation

Elitesoft RHVAC/CHVAC

Building load software

Job description

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Job Title

HVAC - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location

Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number

04924

Department

Built Environment

Job Category

Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type

Part-Time

Status

Regular

Job Open Date

05/18/2026

Resume Review Date

Ongoing

Closing Date

08/31/2026

Open Until Filled

Position Summary

The SinclairHVAC -R Technology Program develops well-rounded studentsprepared for careers or additional education in the HVAC -R field.Students in the certificate program are prepared for entry-levelcareers in residential and light commercial HVAC -R installation,with introductory training in service. Students completing theAssociate Degree are prepared for a variety of careers incommercial/industrial HVAC -R as well as to continue on for aBachelor’s degree.

The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hourassigned to teach. For the full list of available courses to teach,please explore our course catalog.

This position is open only to applicants who residein Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform workwithin one of these states. Sinclair Community College restrictspart-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, andbenefits compliance requirements.

Why work for Sinclair College?

Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per semester
Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
Support for continued professional development andeducation
STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
High quality programs and events for work-life balance
Faculty mentoring available to aide transition fromprofessional work to a teaching role

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way acontract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by thedepartment
Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize studentlearning
Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections inaccordance with department and divisional policies
Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, useavailable instructional technology when appropriate
Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategiesto meet diverse student’s needs
Support classroom and online efforts to promote studentsuccess
Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promotelearning
Maintain accurate records of student progress
Submit final grade rosters according to establisheddeadlines
Maintain confidentiality of student information
Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than themaximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineeringtechnology or related field required, master’s degree in themechanical engineering technology or related field preferred;OR must meet the specific requirements associated withTested Experience: Tested Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of an associate’s degree in the content area or relatedfield required AND possession of the EPA 608 Refrigerant Handler’sLicense required when teaching courses involving the use andhandling of refrigerants
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant HVAC field experiencerequired
Experience with Tridium Niagara Workstation and Elitesoft RHVACand CHVAC building loads software preferred. Experience with otherbuilding load and BAS software is acceptable.
Evidence of successful prior teaching experience ispreferred
Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning throughinnovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the courseand program level
Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills withthe capacity to work successfully in a culturally diverse collegecommunity
Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educationaltechnology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (ifapplicable) and successful completion of a background check will berequired prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a minimum of an associate's degree?
- Yes
- No
* Please list any certifications that would support yourapplication for this position.
(Open Ended Question)
* In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment,tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the statein which you currently reside or will perform work for thisposition.
- Ohio
- Indiana
- Kentucky
- I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of thesestates.
* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, andwill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for awork visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicantsfor work visas.
- Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do notrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
- Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but will require sponsorship now or in the future.
- No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.