What are the responsibilities and job description for the Curriculum Developer (Part-time)- Staff Pool position at Houston Community College?
SUMMARY
Develop Career and Technology Education (CTE) program curricula to teach industry-driven educational outcomes in terms of appropriate skills, knowledge, and abilities needed by a student to enter an occupation. Assure all Career and Technology Education program curricula include opportunities for students to demonstrate mastery of oral and written communication, math and computing skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Under the direction of CTE department chair, dean and/or instructional designer, develop new course syllabi in support of workforce education programs by researching industry-specific information and data.
Develop course objectives, outlines and syllabi consistent with educational course outcomes as specified in the THECB Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM).
Recommend instructional delivery methods, to include online, classroom, and/or hybrid.
Use web application and appropriate technology to perform all of the above tasks.
Participate in appropriate professional growth experiences approved by the college or its organizations and attend training as required.
Maintain all appropriate records as needed by HCCS, course sponsors and instructional administrators.
Modify existing curriculum to meet needs of the students. Assist faculty to adapt curriculum to specific student requirements.
As necessary, assist in preparing instructional materials, class handouts and information sheets, and organize student activities. Aid in the selection of textbooks, films and resources as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in education or a technical field required.
EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of experience in a field that is directly related to the type of work being performed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to proofread, check and insure accuracy in all course related documents.
Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Word and In-Design or other desktop publishing software
Ability to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports and communicate with others
Effective oral, written and interpersonal communications skills
Proficient understanding of curriculum
Ability to be proactive and to solve problems independently
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with a diverse student population
Ability to work well in a team environment
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
David Cross, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Equity
Office of Institutional Equity
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or Institutional.Equity@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in education or a technical field required.
EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of experience in a field that is directly related to the type of work being performed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to proofread, check and insure accuracy in all course related documents.
Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Word and In-Design or other desktop publishing software
Ability to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports and communicate with others
Effective oral, written and interpersonal communications skills
Proficient understanding of curriculum
Ability to be proactive and to solve problems independently
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with a diverse student population
Ability to work well in a team environment
Bachelor’s degree in education or a technical field required.
EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of experience in a field that is directly related to the type of work being performed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to proofread, check and insure accuracy in all course related documents.
Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Word and In-Design or other desktop publishing software
Ability to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports and communicate with others
Effective oral, written and interpersonal communications skills
Proficient understanding of curriculum
Ability to be proactive and to solve problems independently
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with a diverse student population
Ability to work well in a team environment
