Job description

Program Summary

As the HVAC Instructor you will teach Hands-on training where it has traditionally included, understanding the basic fundamentals of HVAC installation, Introduction to EPA Type I & Type II CORE testing & HVAC Safety, and Practical application of brazing. The HVAC Course is part of Goodwill of Silicon Valley’s CTE Program.

Goodwill Silicon Valley Career Technical Education Program (CTE) provides clients with a pathway towards securing long term employment and developing personal, professional growth by hosting no-cost, entry-level skills training across a variety of trade-specific fields. The training programs are designed to provide a safe, professional, and productive learning environment for all students.

This is a part time position with flexible scheduling. The course is Monday - Friday, 20 hours per week, lasting 8 weeks. Ideal candidates will be available to host 3 cohorts over the year.

Major Responsibilities:

• Instructs, guides, and assesses trainees to become successful in pursuing a career in HVAC
• Develops and presents lessons with performance objectives/competencies that are in alignment with industry standards and understood by the students
• Develops and revises course outlines, modules, teaching methods and curriculum to remain current with industry needs and current technology, under the direction of the CTE & Employer Engagement Manager.
• Demonstrate safe industry techniques and tool operation to lead hands on-training
• Demonstrates and promotes punctuality
• Upholds and enforces student policies, and addresses violations of policies with case managers
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and materials which are appropriate to the course and to improve adult students skills to support in finding a job
• Maintains current and accurate records of student’s attendance and progress
• Works in cooperation with other members of the team to ensure a successful training program.
• Evaluates persons referred for program and makes recommendations based on their aptitudes, interests, and abilities.
• Keeps up to date in subject area and continually works for the improvement of instructional techniques
• Treats students with courtesy and respect
• Shares ideas, techniques, and materials as appropriate with other staff members. Updates curriculum as needed
• Demonstrates willingness to offer and receive suggestions
• Maintains inventory and responsible for care of equipment and materials
• Keeps informed of social, political and economic developments in the community. Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity of the socio-economic and ethnic make-up of Goodwill clientele
• Maintains proper control and preserves a suitable learning environment
• Performs other duties as requested.

Job Specifications:

Education Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum of 3-5 years related occupational work experience

EPA Universally certified (Section 608)

Academic degrees are a plus but not required

Knowledge required:

Comprehensive understanding of HVAC safety procedures, including Installation and Technician Maintenance

Proficient in the English language

Teaching and/or work experience in relevant training programs such as: HVAC Installation or Technician

Equipment used:

Computer, projector, printer, and copy machine

HVAC Brazing equipment

HVAC Installation and Technical repair equipment

Aptitudes/skills/temperament:

• To possess good oral and written communication skills, good observation skills and mature judgment.
• Ability to interface with all populations and demonstrates sensitivity to socio-economic and ethnic make-up of the program.
• Demonstrates willingness to offer and receive suggestions
• Ability to maintain order of the classroom.
• Desire to work with people of diverse socio-economic backgrounds

Physical demands

The job involves frequently standing in front of a class and sitting for an extended period.

This position may require lifting objects up to 40 lbs.

Job setting

Location: Goodwill of Silicon Valley's headquarters in San Jose. There is regular contact with the public, business, and community agencies. The position requires minimal supervision.

Responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally either orally or in writing.

About Goodwill of Silicon Valley

Founded in Santa Clara County in 1928, Goodwill of Silicon Valley (GWSV) is part of Goodwill Industries International, a federation of over 200 autonomous, community-based Goodwill organizations worldwide. Together we are one of the largest social service organizations in the world.

We are dedicated to improving employment opportunities, increasing standards of living, providing economic independence, and restoring our clients' sense of self-value. We do this through workforce creation, vocational training, and environmental stewardship.

With 18 retail stores, an online store, an extensive reuse/recycling operation, and our Contract Services division, we help people overcome barriers to employment, build sustainable livelihoods, and transform their lives and communities.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $70.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift

Work Location: One location

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