HVAC Instructor

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable and Essential.  

About Us – Big Changes, Better Benefits – Join us!  

At Tidewater Tech, we are committed to helping adult students develop the skills necessary for meaningful entry-level careers. Founded in 1969, our institution is steeped in a tradition of career education and workforce development. As a leading educational provider in the trade industry, our programs, designed in collaboration with industry leaders, ensure that students are well-prepared for today’s workplace. With high academic standards and hands-on training, we create a learning environment that supports student success. At Tidewater Tech, we’re dedicated to shaping the next generation of skilled professionals.

Position Purpose     

This position is responsible for providing subject matter instruction to students in a classroom or lab setting. This position is required to teach assigned classes as scheduled or as assigned, and perform administrative functions related to teaching.

Key Competencies

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision, 
• Interact professionally with other employees, students, customers, and vendors. 
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures. 
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments. 
• Work independently while understanding the necessity of communicating and collaborating with other employees, groups, and organizations to achieve success.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach classes on a regularly scheduled basis as assigned and create a welcoming
  environment for students that is conducive to learning.
• Assist Program Coordinator, Campus Director of Education, or Campus Executive Director in developing curriculum, preparing course materials, class scheduling, and maintaining tools and equipment used by students. 
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom or lab. 
• Establish and maintain academic and attendance records for student files. 
• Submit attendance, grades, student evaluations, and all other reports/documentation to 
• Supervisor or appropriate personnel as required by established procedures. 
• Notify Supervisor of any current or potential issues which warrant immediate attention. 
• Utilize proven retention techniques approved by the school to assist students.
• Complete performance-based teacher education modules as assigned by Supervisor, based on outcomes of classroom observations, instructor evaluations, and student completed surveys. 
• Attend and/or conduct in-service training, faculty meetings or other mandatory meetings.
• Assist with the department equipment and supplies inventory and submit replenishment
  requests to Supervisor or appropriate personnel.
• Alert Supervisor to student absences, especially on first, third and fifth absence
  occurrences.
• Perform and complete other tasks that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Qualifications:  

• High School diploma or GED.
• OSHA 10-hour safety certification within 6 months of hire date. 
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) refrigerant certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Must demonstrate up-to-date knowledge and continue study of the subject matter.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years related practical work experience in the subject matter.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven, compliance-oriented educational
  environment.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and have the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism.
• Persuasive and effective verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on customer service in an educational setting. 
• Highly motivated and goal-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills. 
• Must be able to work independently and as collaborative team member and have
  exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Excellent computer skills are required with proficiency in MS Office applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams
• Ability and willingness to work outside of regular work shifts, including evenings and/or weekends as necessary or as requested by Supervisor.
• Ability and willingness to travel locally or overnight occasionally for business.

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Previous classroom/laboratory experience preferred.
• CampusNexus experience
• North American Technician Excellence certification 

Schedules  (part-time)

• Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 2:00pm. 

What We Offer   - Join our team and experience the difference—now with new and improved benefits designed for 2025.

The salary for this position ranges from $26.00 to $28.00/hour, based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Work Environment
Office environment, with some exposure to outside elements. 

Physical Demands
Individual may sit or stand as needed for prolonged periods. May require walking primarily on a level surface throughout the day. May require sitting at a desk, typing, entering data, viewing a computer monitor or reading documents for long periods of time throughout the day.

May be required to push/pull/lift up to 50 pounds when lifting or moving files, tools or equipment or when performing inspections and maintenance operations. May be required to bend, kneel, stoop, reach, and use of fine and gross motor skills in the process of performing job duties.

TTT is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion.