Correctional HVAC Instructor at Graham Correctional Center

Lake Land College•Graham Correctional Center - Hillsboro, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the HVAC Certificate program. This role involves preparing and revising course guides, teaching assigned classes, recommending textbooks, and preparing budget and equipment requests. The instructor will also submit purchase order requests for instructional materials, complete attendance and grade reporting, and attend staff meetings and training. The position requires being on-site for 37.5 hours per week, arriving before the shift, and being in the classroom before scheduled class time. Additionally, the instructor will serve on committees, consider student needs, use diverse teaching strategies, enforce college regulations, and conduct themselves professionally. A commitment to teaching, student retention, and current presentations is expected. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory and control of hazardous materials and tools, preparing reports, supervising students, assisting during emergencies, and complying with Illinois Department of Corrections or Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice regulations. Maintaining assigned equipment and keys, and performing other assigned duties are also part of the role.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in HVAC Required.
Must be able to design, install, troubleshooting, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, including environmental controls.
Experience with Heat Pumps.
Read blueprint and estimate BTU needs and costs.
Read electrical/wiring diagrams and complete electrical wiring for HVAC components.
Handle refrigerants based on current regulations.
Installation and fabrication of duct work, including cutting sheet metal required.
Must have good communication skills, basic math/algebra skills and be computer literate.
Open minded, innovative, enthusiastic, positive attitude, and adaptive to new teaching technologies.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree Preferred
Teaching Experience Preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review.
Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College.
Prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean.
Prepare for the annual budget and equipment requests, and submit to the Associate Dean for recommendation.
Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials, books, required commodities and supplies to Associate Dean for approval.
Complete attendance, assist in registration, and report grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.
Attend staff meetings, training, and development activities called by the administrative officers.
Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).
Notify the Associate Dean well in advance of absences.
Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift and be in the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.
Consider the general and special needs of the student.
Use a variety of methods and teaching strategies that reflect the different learning styles and needs of students.
Observe, support, and enforce the regulations, policies, and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner and work as a member of a team.
Demonstrate commitment to teaching by focusing upon student retention and maintaining current in-class presentations.
Maintain inventory and control of flammable toxics and caustics.
Maintain accurate control of tools on assignment.
Prepare Program Service Credit forms, task lists and other reports as required.
Maintain supervision of students in assigned areas.
Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections or Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice regulations and procedures
Maintain equipment assigned to area.
Maintain control of keys per DOC requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.