<p>Snow College seeks a highly collaborative Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R) instructor. The HVAC-R Instructor will deliver high-quality, competency-based education (CBE) to students enrolled in the HVAC-R program across two campus locations. Instruction will be delivered through a hybrid model that includes virtual engagement for theory and content mastery, and on-campus hands-on skill assessments and lab instruction. The instructor will facilitate student success through individualized support, regular virtual communication, and in-person evaluations of technical competencies.</p> <p>The HVAC-R program is in its third year of programing on the Richfield Campus. The college's goal is to replicate the program on the Ephraim campus. Development and growth of the program requires a visionary and collaborative instructor to successfully establish a flourishing and industry supported program. HVAC-R is housed in the Building and Architecture department. This is a 9-month instructional contract with a salary range between $58,000 and $62,000 commensurate with education and experience and includes a full benefits package. Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 3 years of recent, relevant HVAC-R industry experience. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Associate degree in HVAC-R or related field </li><li>EPA Section 608 Certification (required); NATE or other credentials. </li><li>Two years of teaching experience in community or technical colleges. </li><li>Familiarity with or willingness to learn Competency-Based Education (CBE) frameworks. </li><li>Strong virtual teaching or coaching skills, with the ability to motivate and support students in a self-paced format. </li></ul> <p>Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.</p> <ul> <li>Teach and assess HVAC-R competencies in alignment with program outcomes and industry standards. </li><li>Deliver theory-based content through virtual platforms, utilizing instructional technology, learning management systems (LMS), and digital tools. Online courses have been fully developed and implemented in concert with the college's instructional design office. </li><li>Conduct on-campus lab sessions and skill assessments on a rotating schedule between two campuses. </li><li>Guide students through self-paced learning modules, providing timely feedback and coaching. </li><li>Develop and update course syllabi, lesson plans, and instructional materials that meet industry standards and accreditation requirements. </li><li>Design, update, and maintain competency-based course materials that support mastery learning. </li><li>Maintain a consistent virtual presence to support students, respond to inquiries, and encourage progress. </li><li>Collaborate with faculty and staff across campuses to ensure consistent instructional quality in this technical education program. </li><li>Collaborate with the statewide technical college instructional committee to evaluate and update Utah System of Higher Education aligned and approved HVAC-R course curriculums. </li><li>Collaborate with advisory board members and industry partners to stay updated on current trends and employer needs. </li><li>Expand the current industry advisory committee seeking a diversity of HVAC industry professionals from HVAC installers to commercial HAVC maintenance professionals. </li><li>Initiate and support a variety of recruitment and retention of students through active involvement in instigating and supporting all outreach events. </li><li>Create and submit semester class schedules as directed by the Department Chair and Dean. </li><li>Maintain current licensure and certifications and other professional credentials and stay current with developments in the discipline through professional development activities. </li><li>Promote a safe, inclusive, and effective lab environment for all students and ensure all instructional equipment is maintained and safe for student use. </li><li>Participate in college committees, staff development, and other institutional activities as well as other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment:</p> <ul> <li>Mix of remote work (virtual instruction, student engagement) and in-person lab sessions. </li><li>Regular movement between two campus locations. </li><li>Hands-on lab work may involve lifting, bending, and operating HVAC equipment. </li><li>Typical work hours are daytime with occasional evening classes depending on the student enrollment needs. </li></ul> <p>Applications received by 11:59 PM on June 18, 2025, will be eligible for review by the hiring committee. Applications received after that date may not be reviewed by the hiring committee unless deemed appropriate by the college administration.</p> <p>Initial screening is based on the responses to the online submitted application, as well as your redacted resume, curriculum vitae (CV), cover letter and teaching philosophy statement. Transcripts or any other submitted material will not be considered during initial screening.</p> <p>Snow College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator.</p> <p>With campuses in both Ephraim and Richfield, Snow College offers programs and courses that are highly interactive and are designed to reach a broad spectrum of students: high school students desiring college courses, traditional on-campus students, technical education students, online students, non-traditional students who wish to start or complete a degree. Snow is committed to the success and positive experience of every one of these students.</p> <p>Snow College is a two-year public college, and in January 2020, The Chronicle of Higher Education ranked Snow College #1 in the nation for student success in two-year colleges. Located in the heart of Utah, at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains, Snow College is one of the oldest comprehensive two-year college in the Western United States.</p> <p>The College was established in 1888; excellence continues to be the hallmark of all our work and activities. We are the preferred choice of approximately 6,000 students, with 600 students attending the Richfield campus, who want a small College experience filled with a variety of many different activities, events, and performances. With campuses located in Ephraim, Richfield, and online, students complete degrees in Associate of Arts, Science, or Applied Science with numerous specialized, short-term technical training certificates and diplomas including a few Bachelor's degrees. To learn more about Snow College, please visit our website or brochure.</p> <p>Benefits:</p> <p>Snow College offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and more.</p> <p>Below is an estimate of the benefits you would receive according to the salary listed in the example:</p> <p>Salary:Total Benefits(based on a family plan, including retirement, life insurance, FICA, disability etc.):$61,540$35,122</p> <p>To find out the most current information on benefits offered by Snow College to full-time employees, please visit our benefit informational pages online.</p>