Funeral Services Instructor

POSITION TYPE: Full-time

WORK LOCATION: Onsite

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Funeral Service Instructor is responsible for providing and sustaining an effective learning environment for every student through well- prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of learning, clear documentation and feedback on student progress, and support of academic success for all students. Faculty member must be available Monday through Friday. This position primarily supports students in the online programs. This position works under the guidance and supervision of the Academic Dean.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops the syllabus for each course assigned based on Pierce Mortuary College criteria. The syllabus is to include learning objectives expressed in behavioral terms.
• Distributes the syllabus to the Academic Dean or the Campus President and to each student at the first scheduled class session.
• Teaches the depth and scope of class materials as outlined in the syllabus and catalog and relates the instruction to careers and employer expectations.
• Prepare and grades examinations based upon course objectives and published exam schedule and returns all assignments in a timely manner.
• Implements evaluation for outcomes assessment and achieves established results while maintaining college standards of student satisfaction.
• Works creatively in all classes taught to discourage student withdrawal and maintain satisfactory retention.
• Begin and end each class at the designated times, providing a full period of instruction.
• Provide tutorial assistance and academic advising to all students when needed.
• Leaves the classroom or laboratory clean, organized, and ready for the next user.
• Submits, at the designated time, final grades for all students on the class roster.
• Accurately maintains attendance records in accordance with the Attendance Policy, maintains a separate record of attendance and grades that is clearly labeled and posted electronically at the end of the term.
• Calls all students who are absent and submits written reports of pertinent information to the Academic Dean or Campus President in Campus Dean’s absence.
• Attends faculty meetings, in-service meetings, graduation and other college events as required by the College.
• May need to travel to campuses based on larger events such as graduation and on campus requirements.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

SKILLS:

• Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs.
• Teaching and facilitation skills.
• Ability to teach and control the behavior of students.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current education methodologies and techniques.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Master’s degree preferred. Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or the ability to earn a master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university within five years of their initial appointment date.
• Graduate of an institution of funeral service education accredited by the American Board (ABFSE).
• Must hold current and valid state licenses as a funeral director and embalmer.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a licensed funeral director and 2 years’ experience as an active embalmer is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with students, staff, and community from diverse backgrounds and commitment to a culturally diverse work environment.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Two years’ experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Light physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.
• Limited exposure to physical risk.

Pierce Mortuary Colleges (PMC) is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, adhering to Equal Opportunity Employment principles and prohibiting all forms of discrimination and harassment. Emphasizing merit, competence, and performance, PMC ensures fair employment practices at all levels, without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. The organization recognizes the value of a diverse workforce in enhancing the quality of its services and endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties effectively.