Adjunct Medical Assisting Instructor Job Dothan area,Alabama USA,Education / Teaching

Under the supervision of the division director, associate dean, and/or Dean, Instructional Affairs, the Instructor teaches students according to established policies and procedures to provide competent and effective classroom and laboratory instruction at varied times and places based on student demand.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Instruction

Demonstrates a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline.

Displays an ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of their field or discipline.

Connects their subject matter with related fields.

Teaches a course load appropriate to their field or discipline.

Plans and organizes instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.

Employs appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students.

Modifies instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.

Encourages the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.

Contributes to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives.

Evaluates and utilizes classroom statistical data, course evaluations, and actual classroom success data.

Incorporates core competencies into program or discipline content.

Develops, updates, and posts course syllabi in a timely manner.

Uses instructional time wisely to meet course objectives.

Stays current in their subject matter through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops.

Learns and uses technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Student Learning

Establishes meaningful learning outcomes for courses/programs.

Develops and explains methods that fairly measure student progress toward learning outcomes.

Evaluates student performance fairly and consistently and returns student work promptly to promote maximum learning.

Returns student assignments and tests in a timely manner.

Maintains accurate records of student progress and submits final grade rosters each semester according to established deadlines.

Demonstrates sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.

Maintains action plans based on data to support constant improvement in the instructional process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Support of College Policies and Procedures

Teaches classes as assigned in a multi-campus environment as needed.

Posts and maintains regular office hours to ensure accessibility to colleagues and to students for advisement and consultation.

Serves as faculty advisor within the current College advisement system.

Prepares, distributes, and submits syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies.

Maintains confidentiality of student information.

Substitutes for other instructors within field or discipline in case of an absence.

Exercises stewardship of College facilities and materials.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Participation in College, Division, and Program Activities

Serves on college, divisional, and program committees as assigned.

Participates in meetings and events required by the college, division, and program administrators.

Responds in a timely fashion to information requests from college, division, and program administrators.

Supports both part-time and full-time colleagues.

Contributes to program and division curriculum development processes.

Participates in graduation ceremonies.

Provides attendance data as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Contribution to Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs

Maintains familiarity with College goals, mission, and long‑range plans.

Contributes to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and channels.

Participates in professional activities that contribute to the educational goals of the College and its constituents.

Performs professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, missions, and plans of the College, division, and program.

Participates in the marketing, recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Professional Development

Updates knowledge…