Instructors are responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction in their specific field/discipline. Instruction will focus on student success and retention using various teaching strategies and delivery methods. Faculty are responsible for participating in professional development and promoting the College’s mission and vision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching:
Prepare & teach departmental courses to include:
• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
• updating and revising curriculum to maintain currency
• developing new courses as needed to support the instructional mission
 

Plan and coordinate special events, including but not limited to:

• participating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriate
• menu planning, shopping, and preparing food within a budget

Professional Development:
Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:
• participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation
• participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

Administration:
Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:
• maintaining classroom and labor spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining   safe working conditions
• maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, AVISO, Moodle)
• complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

Maintain fiscal oversight for supplies and food purchases

Student Support:
Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:
• participating with recruiting activities
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate
 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may supervise work study students or part-time staff or faculty.