Instructor 9M History

About the Role

This position is responsible for providing effective instruction for assigned courses. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Maintains accurate and timely records of student work and attendance
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
• Assesses, provides feedback, and returns student work in a timely manner
• Informs students regarding his/her grades and progress in the course
• Creates course content meeting college accessibility guidelines
• Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course
• Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction
• Maintains regular office hours
• Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom
• Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching
• Serves on college or department committees as needed
• Attends professional development opportunities when possible
• Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus
• Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate
• Participate in graduation exercises

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive working relationship with students, peers, supervisors and staff
• Working knowledge of MS Office products
• Knowledge of Blackboard, an online teaching tool is preferred

Requirements

• Master's degree in History OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate level hours in History

Preferences

• Community College teaching experience preferred
• Experience teaching World History and American History