Precision Ag Instructor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare course syllabi, First Day Handouts, gradebook, class outlines, Learning Management System (LMS) course shell, and any additional information needed for students on or before the first day of class.
• Maintain student records and observe confidential and ethical practices (i.e. attendance, grades, state reimbursement, etc.).
• Complete requested documents and follow assessment procedures as needed by the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Director of Institutional Research, and academic committees involved with assessment.
• Maintain a learning environment in the classroom using generally accepted teaching methods.
• Post and maintain office hours to advise and counsel students who request assistance.
• Prepare and submit annual professional/educational development plan.
• Maintain a listing of Library resources for students interested in further readings in subject area.
• Conduct periodic self and formal (per Master Contract) evaluation of instruction.
• Prepare and submit reports, plans of action, program review, state reports, survey results, student placement reports, leave requests, travel requests, etc., on a timely basis as required.
• Attend in-service, department, and faculty meetings as called.
• Schedule, conduct, and document advisory committee activities as appropriate.
• Submit textbook requests when needed.
• Be familiar and comply with the College policies, procedures, and announcements.
• Maintain up-to-date instructional program materials and equipment inventory.
• Communicate with colleagues at all HCC locations and online and with other community colleges and universities.
• Represent Highland at the annual Core Outcomes Group meetings whenever a Precision Agriculture course is being reviewed.
• Update Master Course Outline each time course content is changed and communicate any changes to all Precision Ag adjunct instructors.
• Provide subject area leadership in the development of new major courses, support courses, and/or program offerings.
• Consistently strive to improve the quality of service provided to the community.
• Provide leadership in the community
• Seek the most effective ways to facilitate learning to stimulate critical thinking, to develop skills, and to broaden and enrich student interest.
• Attend commencement ceremonies.
• Serve on committee(s) as required.
• Assist with student recruitment, advising, enrollment, and retention.
• Ensure moral, ethical, and integrity values.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant education/training/experience. Teaching experience helpful.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record with no major infractions for the past five years.
• The ability to organize and direct all instructional activities in compliance with safe and standard practices.
• The ability to work with and assist students in academic planning.
• The ability to communicate effectively with others to facilitate consensus.
• The ability to represent and promote the welfare of the College as required.
• The ability to communicate effectively with all constituents of the community college environment including the public.