Instructor, AC and Refrigeration HVAC (CE) - Adjunct

Houston Community College

132d

About The Position

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service. The incumbent may teach a maximum load of contact hours each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division, and college (See Faculty Workload Guidelines).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3 years’ work experience in the field required.
• Bilingual language skills preferred.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and components and the ability to troubleshoot and repair each.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Industry certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline.
• Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
• Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair.
• Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives/learning outcomes, and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.
• Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.
• Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.
• Teach courses at a variety of times, locations and modalities in response to institutional programmatic needs.
• Teach in the modalities of face-to-face, hybrid, online (synchronous or asynchronous), or any combination or modalities.
• Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Where appropriate, assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories.
• Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.
• Submit all grades, attendance rosters, or any other required items at the stipulated time.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
• Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues during class time and office hours.
• Make presentations on a particular academic field or program - its subject matter, objectives, opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities), and opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) and careers, special clubs and activities available, support services, scholarships, etc.
• Work with Chair/Director to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department.
• Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair.
• Keep pace with developments in the discipline.
• Learn technologies that support student learning.
• Participate in department-required annual evaluation process.
• Part-time faculty are encouraged but not required to participate in department, college, or district committees and governance organizations.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS.
• Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree