HVAC Installation Instructor

Summary 

Founded in Santa Clara County in 1928, Goodwill of Silicon Valley (GWSV) is dedicated to improving employment opportunities, increasing standards of living, providing economic independence, and restoring our clients’ sense of self-worth. We achieve 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 individuals overcome barriers to employment, build sustainable lives and communities. 

Goodwill of Silicon Valley’s Career Technical Education (CTE) Program provides clients with a pathway to secure long-term employment and to grow both personally and professionally by offering no-cost, short-term, entry-level skills training across a variety of trade-specific fields. Our training programs are designed to provide a safe, professional, and productive learning environment for all students. As a key component of the GWSV CTE portfolio, the HVAC Installation course equips students with basic skills needed to obtain an entry-level position in HVAC Installation, Facility Maintenance, or a related field. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Curriculum Development and Delivery: 

• Create and deliver engaging, relevant, and accurate curriculum on Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning components and systems, using various teaching methods and materials 

• Prepare students for the EPA certification exams (Core, Type I, Type II, and Type III), which they will take at the end of each course 

• Deliver in-class and hands-on instruction: 

• Deliver excellent classroom and laboratory instruction, demonstrating proper use of tools and equipment, and teaching practical HVAC skills 

• Guide trainees through practical exercises and demonstrations 

• Student Assessment: 

• Assess student learning through various methods, monitor progress, and provide feedback to support improvement.  

• Alert CTE staff to students’ attendance, comprehension, or performance challenges and any needs for additional support 

• Safety and Compliance: 

• Emphasizing workplace safety, teach students about industry regulations and codes, and ensure a safe learning environment.  

• Student Guidance and Mentorship: 

• Provide guidance to students, helping them develop strong academic and career advancement habits 

• Provide feedback on students’ resumes and job search efforts 

• Invite representatives from local HVAC companies to speak to the students and share “real-world” experiences and needs 

• Professional Development: 

• Stay current with industry trends and advancements, maintain and update training materials as needed 

• Recommend updates and enhancements to course curriculum as appropriate 

• General 

• Effectively coordinate and collaborate with the CTE team to support the achievement of the mission and goals of the Goodwill of Silicon Valley CTE program 

• Nurture a collaborative relationship with instructors of other related courses at GWSV; help create a cohesive learning environment 

Qualifications: 

• HVAC Expertise: 

• A strong background in HVAC and related fields, including at least four years of hands-on HVAC installation experience 

• A current or recent C-20 Contractor license through the California State License Board 

• EPA Section 608 Universal certification highly desired 

• Excellent instructional and communication skills: 

• Proven classroom instruction and management experience  

• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging training programs and to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences while maintaining a positive learning environment 

• Organizational and Planning Skills: 

• Ability t