English Instructor

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision of the Dean of Associate of Arts and Sciences, will be responsible for the delivery of quality instruction and the coordination of the Barbering program. Demonstrates knowledge of subject matter being taught and holds valid teaching credentials as defined by SBTCE and SACSCOC criteria. Motivates students and enhances their learning and constructs effective test instruments that are measurable and congruent to established instructional criteria. Demonstrates knowledge of planning and organizing instructional activities.

• Instructional Development: Developing and maintaining course documentation; reviewing and selecting textbooks for courses in subjects' area; maintaining audio-visual and /or other materials for courses taught through any medium; being organized and well prepared for class; scheduling class and lab time effectively. Coordinate weekend and summer events and activities. Order supplies for curriculum. Manage the budget for the program.
• Teaching Performance: Providing students with a course syllabus, grading/attendance policy, and other relevant information in a timely manner, relating instructional practical examples and illustrations; pacing the instruction over the semester, providing students with timely tests; returning test results in a timely manner, relating tests to course objectives; following acceptable department and college grading policies. In addition, the faculty member shall, at least annually, participate in conducting a college student evaluation of at least one section of every course he/she teaches.
• Student Advisement: Maintain required office hours; publicizing office hours and availability; referring students to other persons for appropriate assistance; maintaining appropriate records; meeting with students in a timely manner; displaying sensitivity to students' needs and problems.
• College and/or Community Service: Assisting with recruitment as required; assisting with job/transfer placement or recommendations as required; cooperating with or participating in projects/activities of other instructional and support areas in fulfillment of the college's mission; serving effectively on college/community committees.
• Instructional Management: Submitting reports in a timely manner; arranging physical environment as much as possible for effective learning adhering to class schedules; providing effective classroom/lab supervisors; maintaining accurate records; providing disciplinary action where appropriate.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Master's degree in English or a Master's degree with minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in English. Three (3) years of college level teaching experience is preferred.

Additional Comments

May required teaching evening courses and additional hours during peak registration periods.