Evening HVAC-R Instructor
Fortis College in Salt Lake City is currently interviewing for an Evening HVAC-R Instructor
This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to train students for entry level employment in the workforce. The HVAC-R Instructor will teach students in a classroom and clinical lab setting. Fortis College believes that hands-on learning is the greatest benefit that instructors can provide to its students.
Job Duties Include:
- Teaching classes in both a classroom and lab environment
- Adhere to approved policies and procedures in the conduct of all instructional activities.
- Develop instructional plans and manage the daily routines of a competency-based education.
- Be efficient with planning time by using that time to make copies, lesson plans, posting attendance and grades.
- Begin class on time in an orderly, organized fashion.
- Provide an appropriate, intellectually stimulating instruction, based on the unique abilities of each student.
- Be courteous to and approachable by students.
- Supervise and coordinate clinical/lab activities.
- Assess students’ progress in achieving requirements in theory and practice through classroom activities and grading, lab competencies and student evaluations.
- Use effective motivation to help stimulate a personal desire to learn the curriculum.
- Assist with disciplinary actions related to students’ academics, attendance or conduct.
- Provide additional assistance to students who may be struggling.
- Assist with placement of students, offering reference letters and resources for student placements.
- Attend Professional Advisory Board Meetings, Graduation Ceremonies, monthly program and staff meetings, open houses, “instructor training”, and other required functions.
- Join or maintain membership to a professional organization pertaining to the professional responsibilities of Fortis College and attend conferences for this professional organization as needed.
- Assisting graduates with placement in their related career field.
- Staying up to date with industry standards.
- Maintain CEU’s as required by your professional organization.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Relevant qualifications, training, and experience in the field of HVAC-R, which must include, at a minimum, three years of work experience in the HVAC-R field. Must also have a current EPA license.
- Teaching experience preferred.
- Have strong organizational skills and a genuine sensitivity to the needs of the students.
- Strong communication and organizational skills are a must.
- Have the ability to stand for long periods of time during lecture and clinical time.
- Knowledgeable of the course content and proficient in all skills taught within the program.
- Competent, as evidenced by satisfactory performance of skills, of all competencies taught in curriculum.
- Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Must include Excel and skills in database management and record keeping.
- Preparation in educational theory and techniques preferred. This can include formal education, continuing education and/or in-service education.
- Have a professional attitude and manner that reflects the high standards of Fortis College and the program you represent.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ability to Multi-task.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
Ability to Commute:
- Salt Lake City, UT 84107 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Salt Lake City, UT 84107: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
