Heating & Air Conditioning Technology Instructor

Alabama Community College System•Huntsville, AL

38d•$42,108 - $94,363

About The Position

The Heating and Air Conditioning Technology Instructor is responsible for the planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. They will provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The Instructor will adhere to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the Drake State Community and Technical College Personnel Handbook.

Requirements

Option 1 - Minimum of a Bachelor's degree with either (27) semester hours in the teaching field from a regionally accredited institution or specialized coursework equivalent to the community or technical college program, plus (3) years of successful full-time experience as a practitioner in the occupational, technical, or vocational field, OR
Option 2 - Minimum of an Associate's degree or equivalent (at least (60) semester hours in a planned program including associate degree core) from a regionally accredited institution, plus specialized coursework equivalent to the community or technical college program, plus (6) years of successful full-time experience as a practitioner in the vocational field with competency demonstrated through successful completion of an approved occupational examination (e.g., NOCTI) or approved certification within the first (2) years of employment
Ability to handle multiple tasks
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees, and the public
Ability to project a professional and congenial demeanor

Nice To Haves

Earned Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Computer literacy in software packages such as Excel, Word, and/or PowerPoint
Excellent oral, auditory, and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Prior teaching experience

Responsibilities

Provide quality online, classroom, and lab instruction in the area of Heating and Air Conditioning
Inform students concerning course requirements, evaluation procedures, attendance requirements, and academic progress
Teach credit and non-credit courses in all instructional sites
Seek continuous improvement in curriculum, instruction, and resources
Assist with recruitment, retention, program completion, and other student success efforts
Participate fully in the institutional planning process and assists in carrying out the overall instructional mission of the College
Prepare and grade assignments, projects, and examinations as required
Assist in outreach, advising, and registration as needed
Maintain an inventory of assigned equipment and supplies
Serve on college committees when requested
Submit required reports to the Division Chair and/or Assistant Dean of Instruction
Inform students of educational and occupational opportunities
Provide a proper instructional environment and maintain good human relations in the classroom so that learning is more effective
Maintain student records as appropriate
Participate in faculty and professional organizations
Recommend library books and other instructional materials
Maintain compliance with college and program related accreditation and certification standards
Retain and submit documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts
Perform other work-related responsibilities as assigned by the Division Chair, Associate Dean of Instruction, Dean of Instruction, and/or the President.