HVAC R Instructor

NWTC•Green Bay, WI

8d•$75,300•Hybrid

About The Position

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is seeking an HVAC R Instructor to design and deliver engaging instruction and assessment to foster learner success. The instructor will continually improve the quality of learning delivery to support college outcomes and priorities, utilizing evidence for decision-making. This role operates in alignment with the college’s mission, vision, core values, and operating principles. Instructors are expected to provide service to the college community through teamwork, committee involvement, and participation in shared leadership activities. Additionally, instructors commit to ongoing professional growth in both instructional and technical areas, and to the development of their colleagues and teams. All new faculty are required to complete the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Instructor Preparation Academy during their first three years of employment, which includes courses on teaching and learning strategies, guidance and counseling, curriculum development, assessment, and diversity.

Requirements

Associate Degree in HVAC/R or closely related field
Certified Master HVAC Educator, OR Eight Service NATE Certifications with Senior Analyst Certification
5 years of direct occupational experience. At a minimum, occupational experience has to have occurred at least 1 year within the last 5 years.
Occupational experience may include: Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC & R) Technician, HVAC & R Technician, HVAC & R Design Engineer, HVAC & R Design Technician, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician, Mechanical Systems Designer, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Applications Engineer, Commercial and residential HVAC/R service experience.
In-depth knowledge of HVAC/R equipment and service techniques
EPA Section 608 Certification
Employment is conditional on the completion of a background check and drug test with acceptable results.

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching experience with adult learners is preferred
Ability to design, install, and repair residential and commercial duct systems, hydronic systems, HVAC control systems, and commercial building automation systems.
Technological fluency with various HVACR design software programs.
Technological fluency with Apple iPads, mobile devices, and mobile apps specific to the HVAC industry.

Responsibilities

Develop and continually revise curriculum, adapting it to college delivery standards, strategic directions, employer/advisory feedback, and industry/regulatory standards. This includes Open Educational Resources (OER), textbook changes, assessment plans, credit for prior learning assessment tools, and employability skills.
Utilize engaging instructional strategies and methodologies that foster student success both in and outside of the classroom.
Create learning experiences that integrate multiple alternative or emerging delivery methodologies and instructional technologies (e.g., hybrid, face-to-face, video conferencing, self-paced, online) to maximize student success.
Provide immediate, routine, and consistent feedback to students to assist them in improving performance in technical and core ability competencies.
Create a learning environment that integrates best practices for student success, including authentic service learning, student club events, and engagement in profession-specific activities.
Develop, support, participate, and collaborate with other departments on student recruitment, program marketing, and student referral for success strategies (tutoring, counseling, advising, etc.).
Use data to measure quality outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, and course success, and to design improvement strategies based on evidence.
Comply with College policies and practices related to instruction, assessment, and delivery.
Engage with business and industry through participation in advisory committees, including recruitment of new members, planning meetings, participation in community groups, and business visits.
Participate in community and college-sponsored events to promote the college’s programs and enhance community relationships.
Engage in division, department, and team meetings and requirements, including contributing to the college’s strategic planning through team action plans and budget requests.
Maintain proficient knowledge and skill in emerging trends and current occupational practices by networking with regional industry leaders and participating in continuing education and professional development.
Assist in the development of adjunct faculty through communication, sharing of resources, coaching, and mentoring.
Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements, faculty progression structure requirements, and licensure required by other agencies to maintain individual and program accreditation.
Diagnose and repair HVACR laboratory equipment.