HVAC Instructor

College: Louisiana Delta Community College

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Industrial Sciences

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 12 month (Grant Funded)

Salary: $66,000-$68,000

• Teach 35 hours per week during the spring, summer, and fall semesters.
• Plan, develop, and use effective teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives, appropriate for diverse educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles, and engage students in learning.
• Classes may be held during day, afternoon, evening, and/or weekends.
• Maintain regular office hours; grade records.
• Respond to requests for information in a timely manner.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings.
• Design and develop curriculum within state and accreditation body guidelines.
• Assist in assessment and placement of students in appropriate classes.
• Participate in student recruitment, placement, advisement, and serve on college committees.
• Identify student learning outcomes: develop tools for assessment and incorporate results to modify instruction and materials in coordination with colleagues.

• Maintain high standards of competence in the discipline(s) and teaching methodologies through professional development activities.
• Review, evaluate, reflect, and revise program curricula and teaching methods through a self‑evaluation process of self‑reflection.
• Meet or exceed professional standards, state‑mandated guidelines, and industry/ business/ higher‑education requirements as appropriate to the discipline(s).

• Actively participate in college meetings, committees, task forces, and councils.
• Participate in college‑related activities such as registration, community education, recruitment, student retention, and faculty selection.
• Participate in activities for students or student organizations to aid retention.
• Participate in business and community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission and values of the college.
• Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.
• Participate in setting departmental goals, in developing college budgets that support those goals, and in planning to achieve them.
• Promote and maintain departmental affiliation agreements and other partnerships.
• Other duties as assigned.

The preferred qualifications for this position include an Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in HVAC, HACR, or a related field, and a minimum of three (3) years of current experience working in the industry. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of three (3) years of documented experience in electrical trades. The successful candidate must hold or be eligible to obtain industry‑based credentials relevant to the HACR field.

Experience teaching or training adults, particularly in workforce development or correctional education settings, is preferred. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong technical knowledge, effective communication skills, and a commitment to high standards of instruction and professionalism. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of Louisiana Delta Community College and exhibit sensitivity to the needs of students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

• Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in HVAC, HACR, or a related field.
• Prior teaching or training experience at the college or technical school level.
• Industry certifications related to the HACR field.
• Familiarity with safety practices and industrial safety protocols.
• Experience using instructional technology, learning management systems (LMS), and simulation software.
• Familiarity with CANVAS LMS.

Benefits include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), a Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically including a longer break at Christmas), generous annual vacation and sick leave benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort, and length of employment.

Passing pre‑employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.