Instructor-Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration, 9-Month

Gaston College•Dallas, NC

22h

About The Position

This full-time, 9-month faculty position teaches day and evening classes at multiple instructional sites and through multiple modes, including CCP/CTE Pathway, as required. The role includes delivering instruction, preparing and evaluating courses, supporting students, participating in College and community service, and contributing to departmental and institutional work. The instructor teaches in classroom and laboratory environments and maintains program laboratory facilities.

Requirements

Diploma in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration, or a related field.
CFC/EPA Refrigeration Universal Certification.
Meet minimum SACSCOC criteria and the minimum criteria of other pertinent accrediting, licensing, and credentialing agencies in the area of teaching assignment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration, or a related field.
Electrical or mechanical license.
At least three years of experience in an industrial field.
Community college teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare, deliver, and evaluate academic courses, including preparing lectures, teaching in classroom and lab environments, and grading tests and assignments.
Foster student success and completion, and recommend updates to course design or syllabi as needed.
Conduct classes to support student learning and present information, ideas, and skills in ways suited to varied learning styles and a diverse student population.
Provide students with the approved course syllabus and align instruction and evaluation with it.
Treat students with tact and respect, maintain collegial relationships, and work productively as a team member.
Provide timely interim and final performance evaluations and assign grades in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
Remain flexible and accessible to accommodate student needs, including consultations outside scheduled class or office hours when necessary.
Maintain instructional quality through timely revisions of programs and course syllabi within the assigned content area.
Maintain class records and submit required reports on time.
Develop new courses and select and recommend instructional materials and textbooks.
Stay current in technology and instructional knowledge, skills, and abilities through professional development or coursework.
Attend and participate in Department, Division, and College meetings and participate in graduation.
Participate in activities that enhance the College's service to students and the community.
Use technology systems such as Blackboard, Watermark, and accessibility software.
Maintain professional and ethical standards, confidentiality, and accountability in representing the College.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships; manage situations and problems responsibly; and contribute constructively to team and College objectives.
Follow College policies, procedures, and established guidelines.
Serve on College committees.
Maintain program laboratory facilities and recommend procurement of appropriate materials and supplies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.