Instructor, Statistics

About the role

Full-time members of the faculty are professional educators who have the primary responsibility of fulfilling the Colleges’ mission, vision, values, strategic plan, President’s & Board of Trustees’ charges and educational philosophy, and primary goal of providing a quality education for all students attending the College.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
• Designs curriculum with a consideration of individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
• Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
• Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
• Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with the faculty Handbook and departmental policies.
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades promptly, and, in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
• Create and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.
• Selects appropriate materials to support the course curriculum in accordance with the College’s guidelines.
• Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
• Employs and assists in the design and development of appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
• Works closely with students in the laboratory to maximize the instructional value of the laboratory.
• Assists, as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratory facilities.
• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
• Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College.
• Uses technology to assist in communication with students.
• Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion.
• Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.
• Promotes continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning by: assisting, as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratory facilities; contributing, as appropriate, to the development, selection, and improvement of instructional materials, laboratories, and other instructional facilities; providing guidance in the development, maintenance, and design of course description, course outlines, and syllabi; recommending modifications to the curriculum and participating in the design of new curricula.
• Completes all mandatory performance evaluation measures within specified time limits and participates in all required training by the College.
• Shares best practices with colleagues in formal or informal settings.
• Participates, as appropriate, in the interviewing, selection, and orientation processes of department faculty and staff.
• Provides advice and/or assistance to faculty within the department, division, or College.
• Attends faculty meetings as called by the President, Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean, or Department Chairperson; and participates, as appropriate, on departmental and divisional committees.
• Maintains a personal portfolio for tenure and promotion review and other career-related needs.
• Employs student, administrative, and self-appraisals to establish goals and objectives for professional development, and participates in professional development activities.
• Maintains required professional credentials, licensing, and continuing education hours as disciplinary standards dictate.
• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and belonging for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Mathematical Sciences OR Master’s Degree in a related field with 18 house in the content area.
• Two (2) years’ teaching experience in the discipline.

Benefits

Compensation Details
9-Month Instructor Salary: $51,460.00-57,635.20
Optional Summer Semester (Full load): $16,648.82-18,646.68
Optional Overload (maximum amounts shown): Autumn Semester (12 contact hours max): $11,520
Spring Semester (12 contact hours max): $11,520
Summer Semester (9 contact hours max): $8,640

Schedule

Scheduled Hours: 40