Instructor Computer Networking & Telecommunications - Adjunct Pool

The Opportunity

You:Innovator. Pacesetter. Agent of change. If you're a tech savvy, process improvement-focused Student Champion with a talent for developing partnerships with communities and individuals, we're looking for you.

Highlights:We are currently seeking an exceptional individual who will advance the institution's proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.

Next steps:If you always have the student experience in the forefront of your planning and execution, if you're a collaborator, an innovator and a person who gets things done, apply today!

SUMMARY

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service.

Faculty is expected to teach a full load each semester as defined in the Faculty Workload Guidelines. Demonstrate expertise and experience in classroom teaching. Faculty may be required to teach at various locations in the District.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Teaching:

a. Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline;

b. Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods;

c. Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair;

d. Plan, develop, and use a variety of innovative teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives/learning outcomes and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles;

e. Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives/learning outcomes and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner;

f. Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines;

g. Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials;

h. Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional and program/discipline needs;

i. Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Where appropriate, assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories and

j. Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.

k. Should submit all grades, attendance rosters, or any other required items at the stipulated time.

2. Academic Advising:

a. Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community;

b. Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues;

c. Make presentations on a particular academic field or program - its subject matter, objectives, opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities), and opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) and careers, special clubs and activities available, support services, scholarships, etc.;

d. Faculty members (may) provide information and assistance to individuals who maintain a web site related to assigned program; and

e. Work with Chair/Program Director to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines).

3. Professional Development:

a. Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair;

b. Keep pace with developments in the discipline;

c. Learn and apply innovative technologies that support student learning and

d. Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college.

4. Institutional…