Full-time Curriculum Instructors have three areas of responsibility, instructional, advising, and other duties.  Instructional activities require, among other things, subject matter expertise and a thorough preparation for every instructional responsibility.  Advising duties demand knowledge of the students' chosen field of study, as well as an understanding of registration, testing, and other procedures.  Other responsibilities include completion of necessary paperwork, serving on committees, attending College functions, and recruitment and retention activities.

• Instructional Activities:
  • Develop appropriate course goals, objectives, and evaluation methods which accurately measure student learning
  • be thoroughly prepared for each instructional responsibility, regardless of setting
  • maintain an up-to-date syllabus for each course using the approved syllabus template
  • develop appropriate SLOs for HVAC courses
  • be present for the entire scheduled instructional times or provide appropriate class coverage plans to the Division Dean in the case of necessary absences
  • teach a typical load of 36-44 contact hours during the 10-month contract period, as determined on an instructor-by-instructor basis. Other assigned activities may affect teaching load
  • as part of the five-day workweek, maintain a minimum of five office hours per week
  • collaborate with the Continuing Education Division to successfully deliver co-listed classes
  • master distance learning platforms
  • ensure instructional materials comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines
  • ensure student assessments are graded and posted in a timely manner
  • respond to students in a timely manner
• Advising:
  • serve as an academic advisor to assigned students
  • be accessible to advisees during registration
  • maintain accurate advisee records
  • follow appropriate guidelines for placement testing into courses
  • follow registration procedures
  • be knowledgeable about the programs of study, catalog requirements, recommended sequences, etc. with respect to assigned advisees' fields of study
  • be an advocate for student success

 
Related Responsibilities:

• attend all scheduled or called College, divisional or other meetings unless prevented by assigned teaching duties
• serve on College committees as requested by Division Dean, Vice-President for Instruction, or the President
• attend curriculum graduation
• complete and submit in a timely manner all documentation necessary for the efficient and effective operation of the College;
• work with program advisory committee as appropriate
• work with area or program coordinator and Division Dean to order needed equipment and supplies
• comply with College policies and procedures
• remain current in the field of study
• ensure HVAC lab is stocked with the needed consumables
• assess and plan for appropriate HVAC technology
• develop relationships with industry representatives
• participate in professional development activities on instructional methods and technology.
• visit local schools, businesses and community organizations
• work cooperatively with faculty, staff and students in a congenial and professional manner

• exhibit a commitment to community college education and the concept of a learning-centered, open admissions institution
• demonstrated effective and professional written and oral communication skills and organizational skills
• commitment to the College's diversity and inclusion initiatives
• participate in recruiting and retention activities (day, evening and weekend).
• perform other duties as assigned