Instructor, Teacher Education - Adjunct Pool

We are looking for an Instructor Teacher Education who will advance the institution's proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service. Come be a part of the Mosaic of HCC.

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. Demonstrate expertise and experience in classroom teaching. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service.

The incumbent will teach a maximum load of (See Faculty Workload Guidelines) contact hours each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division and college.

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;

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;

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 including, but not limited to, dual credit sections at partner school districts;

i. Teach in the modalities of face-to-face, hybrid, online (synchronous or asynchronous), or any combination of modalities;

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

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

l. 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., as needed, in collaboration with the program coordinator/chair; and

d. Work with Chair/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 and Community Service:

a. Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises, graduation;

b. Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities;

c. Actively…