"Heating and Air Conditioning Instructor"

Position Summary

The instructor is responsible for teaching courses and implementing the instructional program in accordance with course syllabi, college policies and Alabama Community College System guidelines. This individual will advise and recruit students, assist in updating curricula, maintain teaching equipment, serve on college committees and support the total mission of the College. The instructor will coordinate instructional activities with the Division Director when applicable and perform other duties as assigned. Position requires extensive knowledge of the instructional discipline.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform assignments and maintain duty hours in accordance with the current faculty schedule. Classes may be taught at either campus or at an off-campus site. Classes may be scheduled day, evening or weekends to meet student needs.
• Teach courses as assigned in accordance with the course syllabi, facilitate student learning, and assist in implementing the total instructional program.
• Promote safety throughout the total instructional program.
• Maintain instructional related records including student attendance, student grades, enrollment records, competency records, student's plan of study, etc.
• Provide timely and accurate “Student No-Show” reports. These reports require instructor signatures and instructors are potentially financially liable for inaccurate reporting.
• Maintain classroom and laboratory equipment, supplies, and environments which promote learning to perform in the current and emerging work world environments.
• Complete required surveys and student data requests.
• Communicate with program advisory committee members, employers, and former students to receive guidance for upgrading curriculum and instruction.
• Provide academic advisement and assistance to students in career decision-making program planning, registration, and job seeking.
• Follow up on graduates and former students.
• Coordinate with the career placement office to identify potential employment opportunities for students and to identify students interested in job placement.
• Assist in developing and upgrading course syllabi and other curriculum materials.
• Manage live work activities, records, and materials where included in the curriculum.
• Serve on college committees as needed to support the total mission of the college.
• Promote the specific instructional program and the total institution within the occupational area and throughout the community.
• Recruit students for classes.
• Assist in recruiting, orienting, and supporting instructors to teach courses in area of responsibility.
• Contribute to the welfare and advancement of the total community.
• Keep up to date with teaching methodology, occupational information, and technology through professional development activities.
• Incorporate technology into the teaching/learning experience.
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations communicated through memos, staff meetings, and professional development workshops.
• Adhere to annual faculty evaluations.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and appropriate test and measurement devices.
• Attend faculty meetings, in-service programs, and other college programs and functions, such as commencement and award ceremonies.
• Participate fully in the institutional planning process and assist in carrying out the overall instructional mission of the College.
• Maintain compliance with college and program related accreditation and certification standards.
• Retain and submit documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts
• Perform other duties as directed by the Division Director and/or Associate Dean of Career/Technical Education.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution with three (3) or more years recent full-time work experience in the occupational or technical field.
• Must possess an EPA certification and licensure from the Alabama Board of Heating and Air.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree with 27 semester hours in the teaching field and six (6) years of documented full-time work experience in the teaching field; OR Bachelors Degree with specialized coursework equivalent to the community or technical college program and six (6) years of documented full-time work experience in the teaching field.
• Successful completion of an approved occupational examination within the first year of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and manage complicated tasks.
• Ability to utilize a PC and related hardware and software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed online application packet to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will not be considered. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. A complete application packet consists of:

• Trenholm State Community College online employment application.
• A current resume, including three (3) references.
• Copy of transcripts that demonstrate the required educational qualifications must be included and must identify the applicant, institution, degree, and date conferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE VERIFICATION
Neither a resume nor an application is appropriate verification of work experience. It is not our policy to contact current and/or previous employers to obtain employment verification. “Work experience verification is required in writing from your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the “Minimum Qualifications” section and other related experience. Verification should include dates of employment and position title(s). Proof of work experience verification may be delayed until an official offer of employment using the Work Experience Verification form, which is found on the Human Resources home page. All work experience verification must be completed within 15 days following the employment offer.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Complete application files will be accepted by the Office of Human Resources on a continuous basis and remain active for one year for available positions. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of a position opportunity.

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