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About this role

Responsible for providing instruction and performing lab related activities for the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration program. Instruct college students and oversees laboratory activities in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Maintains program standards in accordance with accreditation. A CCP Instructor will spend approximately 80% of the time teaching and 20% of the time handling classroom administration. This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding.

What a day of a CCP Instructor for HVAC/R Spanish looks like:

• Teaches courses in accordance with published course descriptions, schedules, procedures, and course outlines furnished to students.

• Designs and prepares curriculum of course related materials. Prepares and delivers online training content in support of classroom instruction.

• Displays an operational and application knowledge of various program processes, related equipment, and operating systems to include mechanical and computer-based systems.

• Demonstrates conduit destructive analysis and non-destructive analysis procedures in a lab environment.

• Assesses students’ proficiency, conducts on-going evaluation, prepares grade reports of student progress, and maintains records of student course performance.

• Develops and maintains various assessment instruments and supplemental educational materials. Develops testing instruments and administers final examinations.

• Follows established safety practices. Conducts basic maintenance on equipment within industrial trade program lab according to OSHA and related safety standards.

• Plans and documents current and future inventory needs. Assists in preparing specifications for purchases of materials, supplies, and equipment.

• Manages, controls, and disposes of hazardous materials within a lab environment.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Four years of related experience working in the field; AND

• Two years of experience as a teacher or trainer

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application

Skilled in:

• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication

• Bilingual English and Spanish written and spoken

Ability to:

• Interpret blueprint and related symbols

• Demonstrate and use the technology required for the assigned course

• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• A verifiable state or county HVACR Journeyman license, NCCER Level Two HVAC-R certification, HVAC Excellence certification, or North American Technician Excellence certification

• EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Recovery certification

• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English and Spanish

• Regular physical attendance required

Additional Job Details:

For positions that require a college degree, Palm Beach State only recognizes degrees confirmed from institutions that are accredited by one of the seven regional accrediting organizations. To view a listing of the regionally accredited organizations, please visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Degrees from outside the United States must be validated by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). An evaluation report from an accrediting organization must be attached prior to the application closing date of each position. To view a listing of the current members of (NACES), please visit https://www.naces.org/members.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds

• Reach and grasp objects

• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Stand for extended periods of time

• Use of video display terminal

• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills

• Communicate information orally and in writing

• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication

• Proofread and check documents for accuracy

• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury

• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions

• Work a fluctuating work schedule

Wait, there is more!

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.

• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.

• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

• Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

READY TO APPLY? Here's your application preparation!

Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:

• Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.

• Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.

• An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.

• The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled