Air Conditioning Technology Instructor

💼 Georgia Piedmont Technical College - GPTC

📅 Dec 05, 2025

DESCRIPTION:

The Air Conditioning Technology instructor position in the School of Industrial Technologies and Professional Services will report to the Division Chair. The instructor will prepare and deliver lectures and/or lab course material; prepare lesson plans for classroom instruction; evaluate students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives; prepare and maintain all required documentation and administrative reports; ensure that safety and security requirements are met in the training area;

display a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operate effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrate trustworthiness and responsible behavior; assist with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts. Will work closely with the program director and perform other job assignments and duties assigned by Division Chair.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Prepares lesson plans for classroom and laboratory instruction for specified courses.

Organize and conduct classes using a variety of learning experiences and activities.

Demonstrate a positive attitude toward student learning and course progress.

Demonstrate current and comprehensive knowledge of the subject areas and courses to be taught, including labs.

Accurately and timely, submit required reports to students and college.

Instruct classes in Air Conditioning Technology utilizing techniques and knowledge of discipline-facilitating student learning.

Provide appropriate means to assess student progress and provide timely feedback on lectures and labs.

Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve educational objectives.

Strong oral communication skills, professional attitude, and desire to help students succeed in their career goals.

Strive to enhance instructional and learning performance.

Ability to work well with GPTC students, people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.

Evaluate students’ progress in attaining their respective goals and objectives.

Communicate students’ progress to students and appropriate personnel according to established guidelines.

Accurately record pertinent information in students’ records as necessary.

Prepare and maintain all required documentation and administrative reports for departments and colleges.

Comply with and submit reports in a timely manner, meeting all GPTC deadlines.

Ensure safety and security requirements are met in the Air Conditioning Technology lab and classroom training areas.

Work with Program Chair to plan and conduct outreach to the business community with the goal of developing partnerships and delivery of college services locally and regionally.

Assist in the recruitment and registration of prospective and enrolled students.

Maintain workforce and technical knowledge of advanced manufacturing programs including Industry Certifications.

Teach courses in areas/departments where skillsets may be of need.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associates degree from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university in Air Conditioning Technology or a closely related field.

AND

Five of the last seven years of work experience in Air Conditioning Technology or a closely related field.

Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communications and interpersonal skills. A flexible work schedule is necessary, as classes will be taught during the day and evening.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Accredited Bachelors’ degree in Air Conditioning Technology or related area, with 3 to 5 years of work experience or 1 to 3 years teaching in Logistics and/or Supply Chain Management related courses in a technical college environment.

Knowledge of Blackboard (Learning Management System) is desirable.

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

• Number of Openings: 2
• Advertised Salary: $55,
• Shift: Day Job
• Posting End Date:
  Dec 19, 2025