HVAC Instructor (Part-Time)

Tidewater Tech • Norfolk, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Tidewater Tech is seeking an experienced HVAC/R technician to teach its part-time HVAC program in Norfolk, Virginia. The program prepares students for entry-level careers in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration through hands-on training with real-world systems. Instruction covers air conditioning and refrigeration, heating systems, commercial AC and refrigeration, comfort and psychometrics, heat pumps, and advanced troubleshooting and service. The instructor will also help students prepare for industry credentials, including EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Certification, OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification, DPOR credit toward future Journeyman HVAC Certification, and the Industrial Competency Exam (ICE).

The position offers weekday schedule options, a hands-on classroom and lab setting, and provided curriculum, materials, and administrative support. Prior teaching experience is not required; Tidewater Tech provides a five-day paid instructor training program. Compensation is up to $35 per hour based on experience, with a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of practical, hands-on HVAC/R work experience.
• OSHA 10-hour safety certification, which may be completed within 6 months of hire.
• EPA refrigerant certification, which may be completed within 6 months of hire.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in mentoring adult students.
• Comfort using MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, for recordkeeping and reporting.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage a classroom in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous classroom, lab, or apprenticeship-instruction experience.
• North American Technician Excellence (NATE) certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach HVAC/R classes on a regular schedule in a hands-on classroom and lab setting.
• Create a welcoming, supportive learning environment that keeps students engaged and on track.
• Help develop curriculum and prepare course materials.
• Maintain tools and equipment.
• Track attendance, grades, and student progress, and flag students who need extra support.
• Collaborate with the Program Coordinator and campus leadership on scheduling and student outcomes.
• Take part in ongoing instructor training and professional development.
• Help prepare students for industry-recognized credentials.

Benefits

• $2,500 sign-on bonus.
• Five-day paid instructor training program.
• Curriculum, materials, and administrative support provided.
• Predictable weekday schedule with no on-call emergencies or weekend service calls.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED