Instructor of History SVC - Fall

Position Summary

The Instructor of History is responsible for the instruction of courses in the areas of History and related courses for majors and non‑majors district‑wide. Full‑time faculty members are professional educators whose primary responsibility is providing quality instruction for a diverse student population and performing instructional duties in accordance with the philosophy, mission, policies and procedures of the college.

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the position may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications. Minimum rate is a Master’s degree prepared with no experience. Maximum rate is a Doctorate degree prepared and five or more years of full‑time, professional relevant experience.

Note:

Cochise College requires a post‑offer, pre‑employment background screening of all employees.

This position is open until filled, with applications reviewed upon receipt. The job posting may close at any time.

• Teaches assigned History related courses and associated labs in accordance with the college’s workload policy; maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing of instructional standards; posts and maintains office hours; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains, and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner.
• Develops new courses, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools; reviews and updates course outlines, textbooks, laboratories, and course procedure sheets for History courses; assists with the preparation of course proposals, curriculum updates, and the construction of degree/certificate programs.
• Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; implements changes as necessary to maintain a successful History program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program quality.
• Participates in History course scheduling, department, division and college meetings; serves on college committees as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines as they relate to this position.

Master’s degree in History or a related discipline from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education.

• Three years of related professional experience.
• Eighteen graduate‑level Political Science courses preferred.
• Successful teaching experience, preferably at a community college.
• Experience teaching using alternative delivery methods desired.
• Experience with the use of technology in lecture and lab settings preferred.

• Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of trends, developments, new technologies affecting the History program.
• Knowledge of curriculum and program development.
• Knowledge of public relations/marketing practices and methods.
• Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications.
• Skill in instructing students from diverse cultures and/or backgrounds.
• Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students’ needs and progress.
• Skill in integrating technology into curriculum and…