Associate Instructor HVAC

Tennessee Board of Regents•Murfreesboro, TN

10d•$51,149 - $61,379•Onsite

About The Position

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro is accepting applications for a full – time faculty position in the day HVAC/R Program. This is a full-time position requiring a minimum 37.5-hour workweek (Monday – Friday; 7:30am – 3:30pm). This faculty position is responsible to the Vice President of Instruction and Accreditation for the development, implementation, evaluation, modification, and operation of the HVAC/R program.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of five (5) years in residential and/or commercial HVAC/R field.
Must possess a high degree of knowledge in the following areas: safety, tools and materials, installation, troubleshooting, and repairing various HVAC/R systems.
Must possess computer skills.
Strong hands-on technical background in the field.
Must possess industrial expertise in all phases of industrial, residential, and commercial HVAC/R systems to include installation and service.
Must possess the communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and interact with high school and adult students.
Must show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and mature attitude.
Must be willing to remain current in the instructional field and maintain personal certifications and program accreditation(s).
Requires initiative and cooperation, i.e., to plan and organize work without close supervision; show initiative and perseverance in satisfying student and community needs; have the ability and possess a desire to interact positively with other faculty, staff, and students.
Ability to deal tactfully with the public and co‐workers.
Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Demonstrated commitment to student success.
Demonstrated abilities in leadership, human relations, communication skills (written and verbal), and organizational skills.
Possess good organizational, mathematical, language, writing and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or diploma from an accredited HVAC/R technical program.
EPA Universal Certification.
NATE Certification is preferred.
Prior teaching or evidence of ability to teach students.

Responsibilities

Providing individualized theory and hands-on instruction to adults and high school students to prepare them for employment in the field.
Monitoring, grading, and evaluating individual student progress.
Maintaining student records in the college’s student records management software.
Maintaining appropriate documentation and submitting timely reports.
Assisting in recruitment of new students and placement of graduates.
Working with the HVAC/R evening program instructor to coordinate both day and evening programs to ensure curriculum continuity between both sections.
Maintaining good public relations with business and industry.
Maintaining an active advisory committee and cooperating with outside agencies.
Supervising and following up on students participating in cooperative education.