Reading Instructor (part time)

Position Summary

Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job: Faculty facilitate student learning and initiate and participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success. As learning facilitators, faculty consistently assess learning outcomes and their own teaching effectiveness (pedagogy). As professionals, faculty adhere to the ethical standards of their profession as outlined, for example, by the NEA and the State of Michigan. Where applicable, faculty maintain licensure and certifications.

Specific Teaching Assignment

Faculty member will be responsible for teaching classes in college level and developmental Reading, adhering to the stated course objectives, content and delivery.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Reading, Reading Education, or a related degree (such as Adult Literacy, English, Adult Education, Developmental Education, Linguistics) with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in reading from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of practical experience needed in teaching Reading.
• Understanding of and commitment to community college teaching, mission and philosophy.
• Innovative, flexible and positive teaching style and understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of post-secondary teaching experience in Reading.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• The employee must be able to move about 2/3 of the time and be stationary about 1/3 of the time.
• S/he is required to be mobile around campus for participant involvement/activities.
• S/he must be able to converse with individuals on a regular basis with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret their needs via phone conversations, face-to-face conversations, or written documentation.
• The employee must be able to utilize all programs on a computer independently and efficiently (particularly the internet, Word, and the student database).
• S/he must be able to present information in an instructional setting and respond to questions from groups.
• Must be able to tolerate frequent exposure to a wide variety of chemicals which are common to the industry.
• Must be able to handle and mix chemicals properly and safely; and wear appropriate gloves and other personal protective equipment.

Work Schedule

While part-time faculty are not required to hold regular office hours during the semesters they teach, they are required to make provisions for student consultations as may be necessary and reasonable.

Additional Information

• Must be available to teach onsite; opportunities do not exist to teach online courses only.
• If selected for an interview, candidates may need to provide a professional portfolio.

Section 504 Coordinator Contact Information

1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC- 1130), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0191.