Instructor - Biology (9 Months)

Instructor - Biology (9 Months)

Employer

James Sprunt Community College
133 James Sprunt Drive
Kenansville, NC 28349
Phone: 910-296-2400

Job Location

133 James Sprunt Dr. 

Kenansville, NC 28349

Salary/Grade

Minimum: $4440 per month / Maximum: Based on qualificaitons

Benefits

Full Time

Job Category

  • Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Closes: Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Target Start Date

Thursday, August 1, 2019

Expected Work Hours

vary

Reports to

Curriculum

Employment Type

Full Time, 9 Month Contract

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES::

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities

required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

· Proficiently operate a computer and related software.

· Use active listening skills.

· Be proactive, anticipate problems, and try to solve them independently.

· Be organized, with a flexible attitude.

· Be a team player,

· Demonstrate integrity (honesty, trustworthiness, high moral values)

· Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

· Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL COPIES OF YOUR

TRANSCRIPT(S) BE SUBMITTED IN ADDITION TO THE APPLICATION IN

ORDER TO QUALIFY. TRANSCRIPTS MUST CLEARLY SHOW "DATE AWARDED"

OR "DATE CONFERRED" TO BE ACCEPTABLE. PLEASE HAVE THESE

DOCUMENTS READY TO UPLOAD WHEN APPLYING.

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skill and abilities.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Skills

Required: Master's Degree in Biology or Master's Degree with 18 graduate hours in

Biology. Excellent communication and human relations skills.

 

Preferred Qualifications

Experience

Preferred: Some directly related work experience. Some teaching experience. Some

experience with instructional delivery via distance learning. Some community college

experience.

Preferred: Bilingual; Career Readiness Certificate (CRC)

 

Position Description

MINIMUM SALARY: $4,440 PER MONTH

MAXIMUM SALARY: DEPENDENT UPON QUALIFICATIONS

Plan, prepare for and teach assigned courses; evaluate student progress and provide

academic advising; maintain necessary records and submit institutional reports in a

timely manner; assist in departmental and institutional planning; provides quality

learning experiences, facilitates the learning process, advises students, seeks

professional development opportunities, and contributes to the development of

curriculum courses/programs. The work is performed under the supervision of the

Department Head – General Education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not

perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions.

· Meets and holds classes as scheduled;

· Provides assistance to students;

· Refers students to other college staff when necessary; 

· Prepares, implements and evaluates student learning outcomes based upon program outcomes;

 · Keeps current on subject matter and teaching methodologies; ·

 Maintains student records and monitors student progress; 

· Completes and submits institutional reports on a timely basis; 

· Provides input and participates in College's Planning Process; 

· Maintains required office hours each week; · Recruits students and implements retention strategies; 

· Participates/assists with coordination of specific program/course management; 

· Implements the College's Academic Advising System; 

· Serves as Advisor to selected student organizations and/or associations; 

· Serves as liaison between college, student, public, community and business/industry in area of professional expertise; 

· Continuously analyzes and evaluates instructional results to improve instruction and evaluation of student progress;

 · Evaluates educational equipment, computer hardware, and software needs; 

· Provides students and college with written course expectations as defined by the college including general course information, course objectives, methods used in evaluation of students, grading policy, attendance policy, textbooks, etc.; 

· Provides supervisor with a copy of all course SLOs and SLO assessments; 

· Provides supervisor with copy of all current course syllabi; ·

 Assists with connecting program learning outcomes to institutional competencies;

· Conducts on-going self-evaluations to improve instructional techniques and

methodologies; 

· Provides assistance in implementing the College's Program Review process and recommendations; 

· Promotes a positive image of college; 

· Engages in a program of professional development and community service; 

· Assists students with career opportunities;

· Inventories equipment on an annual basis;

· Serves on college committees; 

· Acquires computer/technology competencies as appropriate to position; 

· Assists with equipment and software maintenance; 

· Maintains security of personal computer access; 

· Performs other professional or job-related duties as assigned.

Job Post Contact

Human Resources
Jscchr@jamessprunt.edu
910-275-6450

Tonya Kenan
HR Director & Title IV Coordinator

Kerry Miller
HR Coordinator

Cynthia Glaspie
HR Assistant