Instructor, Communications

Description Summary

Individual will provide effective and engaging instruction in English, Communications, Speech, and other qualifying disciplines in the Communications Department. Course assignments will depend on degree and graduate credits per the Iowa Community Colleges Guideline for Faculty Qualifications. This position may include teaching Triton Live, teaching virtually, and/or traveling to area high schools, academies, and other Centers to teach college courses. Individual will recruit for general education and Transfer Major classes. The individual will complete required professional development and participate in cross-department work and committees. Commitment to annual reporting, assessment, and the strategic plan is required. Participation in student clubs is encouraged.

Examples of Duties

Instructional

• Effectively organizes and teaches course work in accordance with established and/or developed syllabi.
• Demonstrates current knowledge of the subject matter being taught by presentations, activities, questions, and responses relevant to the course syllabus.
• Uses class time to encourage active student involvement in the learning process.
• Assesses the overall student learning in the class by using multiple classroom assessment techniques, documents the assessment, and uses the assessment data for instructional improvement.
• Monitors and provides frequent and specific feedback to students regarding the attainment of the learning outcomes and their progress in the course.
• Consistently displays evidence of organization and planning, including materials being available and the instructional sequence progressing logically.
• Uses a variety of materials and resources which enhance the teaching of the course objectives.
• Make use of a variety of teaching techniques and technologies appropriate for the course taught.
• Develops and utilizes teaching strategies based upon current research.

Student Rapport

• Treats all students with respect and modifies instruction to meet their academic needs.
• Communicates with students in a positive, impartial manner.
• Exercises good judgement in dealing with classroom problems and assumes responsibility for those actions.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information.

Professional Development

• Annually engages in professional development activities and seeks information about academic trends and ideas relating to teaching.

Department Related

• Contributes to the achievements of department mission, goals/objectives, and responsibilities.
• Develops and/or updates courses and course guides as assigned by the Dean.
• Prepares, distributes, and submits first day handouts for all sections assigned to the faculty member in accordance with Department and College policies.
• Encourages regular attendance and retention of students, including personally contacting students following absences to offer assistance and concern for their welfare.
• Meets scheduled classes in accordance with College policy, beginning and ending class sessions according to published schedules.
• Maintains scheduled office hours to ensure accessibility to students and colleagues.
• Maintains adequate and accurate records on class attendance and student grades. These records are submitted by the faculty member according to College policy and established deadlines.
• Participates in student recruitment.
• Participates in professional activities which enhance the interaction with adjunct instructors.
• Requests in written form instructional equipment and supplies for the classroom/laboratory use.

College Related

• Openly supports and promotes the vision/mission of the College and works to achieve the vision/mission of the College.
• Exercises stewardship of College facilities, equipment, and materials, including properly using College facilities, equipment, and materials, reporting needed repairs, and supervising students regarding use of facilities and equipment.
• Demonstrates good rapport with patrons and community members. Good public relations are evident.
• Is professional in interacting with students, staff, and members of the communities served by the College.
• Demonstrates a determined effort to maintain a good relationship with all other employees of the College.
• Communicates consistently with students and staff using means established by the College, including email and voicemail.
• Supports College sponsored activities and events.
• Attends meetings as required by the College.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in English, Communications, or a closely related field per the Iowa Community Colleges Guidelines for Faculty Qualifications preferred. Master’s degree in other fields plus 12 graduate credits in English, Communications, or a closely related field per the Iowa Community Colleges Guidelines for Faculty Qualifications considered.

Teaching or training experience preferred.

Supplemental Information

GENERAL PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH OR WITHOUT A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Position involves sitting, standing and walking in the classroom during the class sessions and includes constant (67-100%) talking, listening, observing student activity, reaching, standing, lifting, dexterity, grasping, viewing and repetitive motions; frequent (34-66%) writing on boards, using instructional aids, carrying classroom materials, walking between buildings, travel to off campus facilities to teach classes, recruit, or attend meetings; and occasional (10-33%) lifting or moving instructional materials.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individual may perform other duties as assigned.