HVAC/R Instructor Full-Time

About The Job

Fortis College in Smyrna Ga. is seeking an experienced, highly motivated HVAC/R Instructor to join its faculty. If you possess a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the lives and careers of our students and graduates.

Fortis College provides educational programs that deliver real-life career skills in high demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth.

Job Description

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic faculty member to teach in our HVAC/R Program. This is a full-time, professional position reporting directly to the Program Director. The primary responsibility will be to teach HVAC courses. The typical teaching load is 3-4 classes each term, with 1 hour prep time per week, per class. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, assist the Program Director and participate in department training, meetings and graduation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Didactic course preparation, presentation, development, course management, grading and evaluation
• Participate and support lab assignments
• Pursue excellence in teaching using variety in techniques of computers, multi-media and in lectures/laboratories
• Stay current with learning resources, textbooks, dental hygiene clinical equipment/supplies, technology and software required by the HVAC-R program
• Student mentoring, counseling and advisement for success and retention
• Maintain accurate and updated student records
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and support the HVAC-R program
• Support students with attendance at orientations, program activities, and professional conventions
• Write letters of recommendation, employment and continuing education to support the students
• Participate in faculty orientation and faculty development programs
• Attend and support faculty/department meetings
• Accept and participate in campus and dental hygiene program committee assignments
• Encourage community service and involvement with faculty and students
• Promote the HVAC-R Program to the community through attendance at local and national professional conventions.
• Act as ambassador and advocate for the HVAC-R program and the HVAC-R profession in the college and community
• Stay current in the HVAC-R profession through professional and occupational development
• Provide leadership and professional contributions to the HVAC-R program, the school and Education Affiliates, Inc.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward work, the HVAC-R department, students, colleagues, administration, the school and Education Affiliates, Inc.
• Support the HVAC-R program vision, mission and goals
• Compliance with all program and school policies
• Accept and participate in other duties as assigned
• Regular and reliable attendance

• Certification in EPA Required
• At least 5 years of experience in the field of HVAC/R required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, motivated and results driven
• 2 or more years prior teaching experience preferred