Instructor 9M Social and Human Services

Position Description

This position is responsible for providing effective instruction in assigned courses.

Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner. Develops and updates curriculum course outlines, course descriptions and course objectives. Provides advising and academic planning for students. Develops supplemental instructional materials such as handouts, films, slides and videotapes. Responsible for creating optimum learning environment. Maintains office hours. Actively participate in the creation and improvement of departmental processes and procedures.

Collaborate with student success initiatives. Selects texts and continually reviews new texts. Involved in curricular changes and program development. Reviews changes in course documentation. Participates in graduation exercises.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of area human support services. Experience with Blackboard an on line teaching tool, is preferred. Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning. Good organizational skills. Innovative, creative, motivated and work well with others. Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills. Able to maintain records accurately and able to meet deadlines consistently. Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential. Requirements:
Master's Degree in a Human Services related field. Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application. If your transcripts are not submitted, your application may not receive full consideration. Preferences:
At least two years of experience working in the human services field. Experience in gerontology. Current license and/or certification in Human Services discipline. Post-Secondary teaching experience.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce. Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them. As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community. We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employee's professional growth.