Workforce Instructor - EPA 608 Universal Certification Prep Instructor

Title: Workforce Instructor

• EPA 608 Universal Certification Prep Instructor

Agency: Northern VA Community College

Location: Prince William

• 153

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: $60.00 to $70.00 per hour

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

NOVA Workforce is seeking an experienced instructor to deliver classroom and technical training that will prepare students to successfully pass the EPA 608 Universal certification exams. This is a non-credit, 42 instructional hours course for adult learners. Must be available to teach evenings or Saturday classes. Instructor will also be responsible to proctor students' exams.

Duties and Tasks:

• Provide hands-on instruction and practical training to prepare students for the EPA 608 Universal exams. Training should focus on exam objectives

• Prepares, teaches and evaluates assigned instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, student handouts, hands-on exercises, assessments, and training aids (classroom and lab).

• Evaluate students to ensure they are meeting learning objectives and are prepared for the certification exams.

• Assist in class scheduling and program management.

• Advises program Manager of needed supplies and materials for the class.

• Maintains a hazard free environment and practices safety in lab(s) or classroom.

• Working knowledge of computer applications and the ability to use computer for providing class presentation.

Essential Functions:

As a part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the College expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with College policies, procedures, and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

KSA's

• Practical application of the principles of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems

• Proficiency in installation and service of HVACR equipment

• Demonstrate the skills necessary to teach the fundamental and advanced concepts of installing and servicing HVACR equipment

• Ability to design, supervise, and evaluate lab assignments to demonstrate student proficiency

• Excellent organizational skills and classroom management skills

• Ability to communicate complex subjects in a clear and engaging way

• Ability to work with groups of varying ages, skills level, and socio-economic backgrounds

• Ability to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work individually as well as on a team

• Must be a self-starter and innovative thinker

Required Qualifications:

• Combination of education and industry credentials to demonstrate content expertise

• Must hold active EPA 608 Universal certification

• Two (2) years' experience in the field of HVAC/R

• One (1) years' experience teaching

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree

• Previous experience in an educational or training setting

• Journeyman HVAC license

• Experience teaching adult learners

• Experience in curriculum design and development

• Experience teaching "boot camp" style training courses

• Prior experience teaching in higher education

• Experience teaching in classroom, hybrid, and online formats.

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment.

• Experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.