Foreign Language Faculty - Spanish

Foreign Language Faculty - Spanish

Employer

South Piedmont Community College
680 US 74
Polkton, NC 28135
Phone: 704-272-5300

Job Location

Located primarily on the OCH Campus in Monroe, NC

Salary/Grade

Commensurate with education and experience

Benefits

Full-Time Benefits

Job Category

  • Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: Thursday, May 16, 2024
Closes: Sunday, August 4, 2024

Target Start Date

Monday, August 5, 2024

Expected Work Hours

40

Reports to

Department Chair, Arts and Humanities

Employment Type

Full-Time 9 Months

Minimum Qualifications

· Master’s degree in Spanish OR a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Spanish language and literature

· Teaching experience

· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

· Working knowledge/utilization of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications

Preferred Qualifications

· An additional 18 graduate hours in one or more of the following languages: French, German, Russian, Italian, American Sign Language, or Mandarin Chinese

· One academic year of full-time teaching experience or a part-time teaching equivalent at the college level

· Familiarity with course management systems such as Canvas

· Demonstrated innovation within the field of education and/or technology

· Evidence of effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills

· Evidence of a career that includes a strong work ethic with a proven track record of project completion, multi-tasking, and the ability to handle high-pressure environments

· Evidence of a willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth

Position Description

Job Description

The Foreign Language Faculty is a 9-month position located primarily on the OCH Campus in Monroe, NC. Under the direction of the Department Chair for Arts and Humanities, the Foreign Language Faculty provides quality learning opportunities that assist students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations in the Associate in Arts, Associate in Arts Teacher Prep, Associate in Science, Associate in Science Teacher Prep, Associate in Fine Arts, and Associate in Applied Science programs. This individual has responsibility for teaching and learning, curriculum development, advising, professional development, institutional service, and community relations.

Job Duties

· Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to SPCC as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services

· Develop learning strategies and curricula that will promote successful teaching and learning in a learning-centered environment

· Facilitate learning through classroom activities, distance learning experiences, workforce development, co-curricular and out-of-classroom activities

· Select and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including textbooks, library resources, equipment, and supplies to enhance learning and to maintain program currency

· Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory

· Actively participate in continuous improvement planning through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels

· Provide accessibility to students and colleagues as expected in a learning-centered college

· Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus (Monroe), in community locations (Anson and/or Union counties), or a corrections setting (Anson county)

· Accept teaching assignments scheduled during the day, evening, weekends, or online

· Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program to meet the needs of a learning-centered college

· Demonstrate high-level professionalism in developing and/or implementing long- and short-range plans in accordance with the philosophy of a learning-centered college

· Participate in program reviews, conduct research and surveys, and prepare updates, reports, and plans

· Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for the position

· Participate in student recruitment, retention, advising, and registration activities

· Participate in or support the mentoring process, the SPCC Foundation, and grant identification, preparation, implementation, and evaluation

· Participate in institutional, advisory, and program/instruction committees, campus activities, and representation of the college in the community

· Develop strong partnerships with appropriate community stakeholders in support of program and college improvement

· Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President

How to Apply

Apply online at https://jobs.spcc.edu/postings/3052. Position is open until filled. 

Job Post Contact

South Piedmont Community College

Human Resources

PO Box 126

Polkton, NC 28135

Email: employment@spcc.edu