Position InformationPosition Information (Default Section)
Job Title HVAC - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty
Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH
Job Number 04924
Department Built Environment
Job Category Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)
Job Type Part-Time
Status Regular
Job Open Date 05/18/2026
Resume Review Date Ongoing
Closing Date 08/31/2026
Open Until Filled No
Position SummaryThe
Sinclair HVAC-R Technology 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.
The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,016 per credit hour assigned to teach. For the full list of available courses to teach, please explore our course catalogThis position is open only to applicants who
reside in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform work within one of these states. Sinclair Community College restricts part-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements.
Why work for Sinclair College?- 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
*SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.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 - Minimum of a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering technology or related field required, master's degree in the mechanical engineering technology or related field preferred; OR must meet the specific requirements associated with Tested Experience:
Tested Experience Requirements:- 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
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant HVAC field experience required
- 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
- 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.