Professor Social Science - Government

Teach a full-time load of five classes per 16-week Fall and Spring semester. Assist in development and maintenance of curriculum. Counsel and advise students to assist them in obtaining their educational goals.

• Master’s Degree from a nationally, regionally, or state-accredited institution, with a minimum of eighteen graduate credits in Government that align with government classes offered by CTC.
• Prefer Ph.D. or equivalent degree and/or professional work experience in the field.
• Prefer three years of teaching experience at college level.
• Must be computer literate: ability to handle e-mail, downloading, and internet.
• Knowledge and proficiency in Blackboard or other LMS and a good working knowledge of MS Office or similar software.
• Effective classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to teach subject matter through education, experience, and skills.
• Commitment to working with diverse and underprepared student populations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Conduct classroom instruction at the highest possible level of efficiency and interest for students.
• Integrate reading, writing, and critical thinking strategies to promote academic literacy.
• Utilize instructional technology and the learning management system (LMS) for course delivery and communication.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress in compliance with college policies; submit certification rolls required by the Central Texas College Registrar office by the submission due date.
• Communicate regularly with students regarding course expectations, progress, and resources.
• Attend departmental staff meetings.
• Meet all regularly scheduled classes on time for the full class period and maintain office hours.
• Maintain accurate and complete records on each student and submit required certification rolls by the required deadline.
• Participate in orientation meetings, staff development workshops, and faculty meetings relevant to assigned duties.
• Ensure that the general and specific objectives defined in the syllabus are accomplished.
• Prepare and administer examinations that cover all materials taught and provide prompt feedback on exam results.
• Demonstrate effective class management, providing maximum opportunity for student progress.
• Demonstrate organization and development of materials for course presentation, utilizing syllabi and textbooks approved by department.
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Dean.