Mechanical Contractor Exam Prep Instructor

About Colibri Group and Gold Coast Schools

At Colibri, culture is a critical part of our collective success, and we live our values every day: Love, Joy, Boldness, Teamwork, and Curiosity. These values guide our interactions with each other, our customers, and the community as a whole. Gold Coast Schools, proudly part of the Colibri Group family, is Florida's premier provider of professional licensing education with over 50 years of excellence. As a Colibri Group brand, Gold Coast Schools offers pre-license, post-license, and continuing education across various industries, including real estate, CAM, insurance, mortgage, and construction. We deliver our courses through classroom, livestream, and online formats, ensuring flexible learning options for our students.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Licensed Mechanical Contractor to serve as a part-time Instructor/Subject Matter Expert (SME) for our FL Air A, Air B, and Mechanical Contractor exam prep program. The purpose of this position is to teach and assist in the preparation of pre-licensing curriculum, with a specific focus on both the Business and Finance examination and the Trade examination components of the Florida Mechanical Contractor license. This individual will lead online exam preparation classes to help students prepare for and pass their Florida State Contractors Licensing exams. They will provide expert guidance on critical exam topics including project management, Air A, Air B, and Mechanical codes and standards, safety requirements, and Florida construction law. They may occasionally be asked to assist with updating course content as needed. Other responsibilities may include scripting and filming instructional video content to enhance the online student experience and developing practice questions that mirror the actual exam format.

Position Requirements & Major Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course according to the curriculum plan.
• Actively engage with students online.
• Implement teaching strategies that will assist the student in meeting established course objectives.
• Mentor students and mitigate potential performance issues.
• Assist with updating course content when needed/required.
• Ability to instruct classes in Florida Air A, Air B, and Mechanical Contractor Trade Exam Prep and Business & Finance, as needed.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of both the Business & Finance and Trade components of the Florida Air A, Air B, and Mechanical Contractor’s Licensing Board (CILB) examination.
• Provide detailed instruction on key exam topics including:
  • Florida Air A, Air B, and Mechanical Code requirements
  • Construction safety regulations and OSHA requirements
  • Air A, Air B, and Mechanical math calculations
  • Contract requirements and business law
  • Other Mechanical trade-specific knowledge
• Create and review practice questions that align with current exam content.
• Stay current with CILB exam updates and requirements.
• Provide practical insights and exam-taking strategies based on personal experience.
• Develop and maintain study materials that address common exam challenges.
• Guide students through practice exercises and mock exams.
• Maintain knowledge of current construction practices, codes, and regulations.

Qualifications

• Prior experience preferred teaching pre-license courses in construction-related trades or professional education.
• Current license as a Mechanical Contractor in the State of Florida.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Colibri Group welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and we understand that not every candidate will meet every requirement listed in the job description. Research has shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply to jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification, and we want to actively combat this bias in our hiring process. If you're excited about the role and believe you have the skills and experience to contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we believe that diversity of perspectives and experiences is essential to our success. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another position within our organization. Don't hesitate to take the leap and apply today!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Key skills/competency

• Mechanical Contractor Licensing
• Exam Preparation
• Curriculum Development
• Instructional Design
• Construction Law
• Code Compliance
• Business Finance
• Project Management
• Online Teaching
• Student Mentoring