HVAC - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Position Summary

The program develops well-rounded students prepared for careers or additional education in the HVAC-R field. Students in the certificate program are prepared for entry-level careers in residential and light commercial HVAC-R installation, with introductory training in service.

Students completing the Associate Degree are prepared for a variety of careers in commercial / industrial HVAC-R as well as to continue on for a Bachelor’s degree.

Sinclair seeks to attract an academically and culturally diverse faculty that carries out the mission of the college with dedication, innovation and a commitment to the success of each student.

Sinclair is currently seeking part-time (adjunct) faculty for day, evening, online and weekend courses at our downtown Dayton campus.

The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $957 per credit hour assigned to teach. For the full list of available courses to teach, please explore our course .

Why work for Sinclair College?

The following are some of the benefits that part-time / adjunct faculty with Sinclair College receive :

• Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per semester
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development and education
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance
• Faculty mentoring available to aide transition from professional work to a teaching role Principal Accountabilities
• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than the maximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field required, a Master’s degree in the Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field preferred;

OR must meet the specific requirements associated with Tested Experience

A minimum of three (3) years of relevant HVAC field experience required

Tested Experience Requirement :

• A minimum of an Associate’s degree in the content area or related field required AND Possession of the EPA 608 Refrigerant Handler’s License required when teaching courses involving the use and handling of refrigerants
• Experience with Tridium Niagara Workstation and Elitesoft RHVAC and CHVAC building loads software preferred. Experience with other building load and BAS software is acceptable.
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience is preferred
• A demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills with the capacity to work successfully in a culturally diverse college community
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (if applicable) and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to date of hire.