Benefits of Being a Dorsey Employee:
- Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs (employee, spouse, and dependent).
- Tuition discount opportunities for select on-line Lindenwood University degrees for employees that qualify.
- Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and 403b retirement plan.
- Eleven Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Thursday – Friday), Christmas Eve and Christmas Days (as observed), and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (as observed).
JOB TITLE
Instructor – HVAC
POSITION TYPE
Part-Time Adjunct | Contractual
SCHEDULE
Up to 2 Classes Per 6-Week Module | Evening and Online Classes Available
DEPARTMENT
Education
REPORTS TO
Academic Dean
EEO Classification
Professionals
* No prior teaching experience required to apply! *
The HVAC Adjunct Instructor is responsible for delivering quality instruction in the Dorsey College HVAC Technician Program, ensuring that students develop the technical knowledge and hands-on skills necessary for a successful career in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning trade. Instructors are expected to plan and deliver engaging lessons in both lecture and laboratory settings, monitor student progress, and address questions, concerns, and challenges in a timely and professional manner. All instruction must be conducted in accordance with Dorsey College policies, program requirements, and applicable regulatory standards. Adjunct Instructors are expected to be knowledgeable in the HVAC trade, dedicated to student success, and committed to maintaining a motivating, professional, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver quality classroom instruction in lecture, clinical, and/or laboratory format based on the approved course outline by selecting and utilizing a variety of approved course materials and teaching methods that address all learning modalities to ensure that the needs of individual students in the program are met.
- Assess student learning using appropriate methods.
- Demonstrate effectiveness with strong outcomes in Student Retention, Student Success, and Student Attendance, as measured by the Faculty Development Program.
- Conduct an engaging classroom lecture and/or lab based on the course outline.
- Motivate students by demonstrating sensitivity for concerns and actively involving students in classroom discussions and/or activities.
- Advise students on attendance, grades, and issues in order to ensure successful completion of their course.
- Contact absentee students by text, email, and/or phone as needed to improve retention.
- Manage classroom environment through compliance with campus policies including but not limited to classroom management, attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.
- Ensure instructor preparedness before class by listing the following information on the white board in class: Instructor Name and Contact Information (Google Voice Phone Number and Dorsey Email Address), Date, Class Name, Day’s Objectives, and Next Session Objectives.
- Monitor and prepare supplies and equipment to ensure readiness prior to class, informing appropriate campus personnel when areas requiring attention are discovered.
- Participate in faculty, staff, committee, and in‐service meetings. Attendance at commencement is strongly encouraged.
- Demonstrate professional growth in the subject in which you teach through a combination of several of the following activities: membership and participation educational associations, professional organizations, continuance of education, concurrent related business experience, educational research, and awareness of current practices and standards. Attendance at seminars, conventions, field visits, vendor shows, equipment exhibits, etc., are excellent opportunities for instructors to gain enrichment. Professional writing by an instructor is also an example of professional growth.
- Actively support other departments such as Financial Aid, Admissions, and Career Services.
- Ensure that all educational activity is conducted in a legal and ethical manner.
- Demonstrate continuous improvement by working within the guidelines of the Company’s Faculty Development Program or other criteria as identified (such as Success Rate, Retention Rate, Student Attendance Rate, Student Evaluations of Instructor, and Final Exam Pass Rates).
- Maintain employer relationships by at least annual contacts with employers, one must be a site visit, one may be by phone conversation.
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems including heating, cooling, ventilation, refrigeration, and indoor air quality applicable to the courses taught.
- Working knowledge of EPA Section 608 refrigerant regulations, ASHRAE standards, and applicable local, state, and national mechanical codes.
- Knowledge of occupational safety standards including OSHA regulations and safe work practices in the HVAC trade.
- Must be proficient with basic office equipment, computers, and computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex HVAC concepts clearly to students of varying skill levels.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple courses and responsibilities simultaneously.
- Ability to utilize emotional intelligence and attention to detail to identify struggling students and implement strategies to improve retention and success.
- Ability to maintain professional standards of conduct, confidentiality, and ethical behavior at all times.
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic educational environment and embrace continuous improvement.
- Must be able to work independently and cooperatively with faculty, staff, and administration.
- Must possess a positive attitude, initiative, and creativity; must be able to motivate staff.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum two years of HVAC trade experience or equivalent.
- Completion of an HVAC Excellence trade program preferred.
- EPA Section 608 (Type 2) certification required. (Certification must be obtained within 120 days of first day teaching class at Dorsey College and maintained according to the certification agency guidelines.)
- Relevant industry certifications such as, OSHA 10/30, NATE, NCCER credentials, or state/local HVAC licensure preferred but not required.
- Must successfully pass a background check in accordance with Dorsey College policies.
- Prior teaching, training, or mentoring experience in a trade or educational setting preferred but not required.
- Evening or weekend hours, if necessary, to meet deadlines and meet with prospective students.
- May be exposed to refrigerants and field related gasses, HVAC equipment, noise, and varying temperatures in the lab environment.
- Ability to navigate and utilize Canvas LMS and other digital platforms required for instruction and recordkeeping.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during classroom and laboratory instruction.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during online course facilitation and administrative tasks.
- Ability to bend, kneel, reach, and work in confined spaces as required by course content.
- Sufficient manual dexterity to operate HVAC tools, test equipment, and computer equipment.
- Ability to see, hear, and communicate clearly to deliver instruction and ensure lab safety.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by their manager, in order to meet business demands. This is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise and employment with Dorsey College is “at-will”.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dorsey College is an Equal Opportunity employer. The College complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Dorsey College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.
Dorsey College also strives to ensure equal access to educational programs and activities, compliant with Title IX which prevents sex discrimination, including accommodations for pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions. Dorsey College does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator is Ann Victoria Thomas, 31799 John R Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071, [email protected] , Ph: 248.585.9200, ext. 11228. Dorsey College’s nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/ . To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please also refer to https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/ and select “Report an Incident” under the Title IX heading.
