Social Science Instructor

Job description:

Rogue Community College welcomes applications for a full-time Social Science Instructor.

General Statement of Responsibilities

Responsible for organizing and carrying out structured learning processes for students in the Human Services program and related courses, such as Psychology. Cooperate with other faculty in planning and developing curricula within the spectrum of the entire Social Sciences/Human Services program. Participate in the full range of professional and college-related activities, including student advising, ongoing professional development, departmental and college-wide meetings, committee activity, program and course learning outcomes assessment, and community involvement

Examples of Duties - Essential Functions

1. Instructs students in Human Services and Psychology using culturally responsive, active learning approaches that engage and facilitate student learning. Examples of specific courses may include: Introduction to Human Services, Introduction to Practicum, Child Abuse, Counseling the Chemically Dependent Client, Group Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Practicum Seminar, Interviewing Theory and Techniques, Psychology of Human Relations, and General Psychology.
2. Adapt learning procedures to the online/distance learning environment, including web-based delivery, ensuring comparable quality of instruction, student-teacher interaction, and assessment with classroom-based courses.
3. Provides academic advising and career planning assistance for students in the Human Services program and those who plan to pursue degrees in psychology-related fields. Maintains sufficient regularly scheduled office hours as needed.
4. Participates in Human Services student application processes, including revision of application forms and procedures, conducting information sessions, screening and review of applicants, student interviewing, when necessary, orientation, tracking of student progress, and the ongoing professional development of Human Services students.
5. Prepares, distributes, and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate.
6. Develops, communicates, and utilizes a student assessment process and instruments that are related to the stated course and program learning outcomes.
7. Oversees student practicum field experiences including site visits.
8. Participates as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities.
9. Participates in curriculum planning and development as needed.
10. Serves as a member of two or more college-wide standing committees, screening committees, and other related activities as assigned.
11. Participates in the development of the quarterly class schedule and the annual departmental budget; initiates purchase requisitions, travel requests, and work orders as needed.
12. Engages in regular professional growth activity to stay current in the fields of Psychology and Human Services and in best practices for teaching and learning based on the objectives established in an approved professional growth plan. This could include attending Human Services conferences and utilizing best practices for teaching and learning.
13. Represents the program and the College to the community, business, public agencies, and other organizations in a professional manner.
14. Engages with workforce partners on the Human Services Advisory Committee. Updates curriculum in accordance with changing workforce needs.
15. Represents the department at Oregon Coalition of Addiction Studies Educators meetings, as well as other related meetings.
16. Maintain regular and responsive communication with students, the department, and the college.
17. Responsible for departmental equipment, participates in periodic inventory, and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate to the department.
18. Performs other duties as assigned.

Screening Date: Review of applications is scheduled to begin 4/11/25

Why Work at RCC?

Rogue Community College is a rewarding workplace where our employees enjoy helping others transform their lives through education. For the last 50 years, RCC has served as an important economic engine for the Southern Oregon community. With three unique campuses in Grants Pass, Medford and White City, Rogue is a comprehensive public community college serving about 14,000 individual learners, or 5,700 FTE, each year. We are committed to hiring a diverse faculty and staff who uphold our mission, vision and values.

Diversity

RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Benefits and Retirement

In addition to rewarding career opportunities, RCC offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents. The following core benefits are made available through the Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB): complete employer-paid health insurance packages, employer-paid group life and AD&D insurance, optional life and AD&D insurance, long and short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, employee assistance program, individual offerings from AFLAC and Colonial, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts. Additional benefits include generous paid leaves, tuition waivers, and on-campus wellness activities. Qualifying employees will contribute to the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) and have the opportunity to enroll in optional 403(b) and 457(b) deferred compensation plans.

Compensation

This is a Full-Time Faculty position (100%, 10 months/year) in the Social Science Department. Starting compensation will be in accordance with initial step placement per the current Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and the 2024-25 Full-Time Faculty salary schedule. Consideration will be given to experience and educational achievement.

Requirements

Education: A master’s degree or higher in psychology or human services-related discipline is required, with coursework in two or more of the following areas: psychology, substance abuse, counseling, social work, or human services.

Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.

Experience A minimum of one year teaching experience in one or more of the following: psychology, human services, addiction studies, counseling, public health, social work, sociology, behavioral science, community health, gerontology or family studies is required. A minimum of two years of clinical experience is required, with at least some of that experience in the substance abuse field.

Bilingual in Spanish preferred. Experience teaching in a community college setting is preferred.

Licenses: Professional certification or licensure or equivalent, such as LPC, NBCC, CADC I, LCSW, or MAC, is preferred.

For assignments requiring operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s License and proof of an acceptable driving record are required. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver’s license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).

Knowledge of: Current trends in human services and psychology; computer applications for communication and learning, including, word processing, networks, the internet, spreadsheets, and multi-media presentations; curriculum development; the contemporary community college mission, its role in higher education, and its diverse student population; the role of accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act; best practices for online teaching and learning; Blackboard or other learning management systems, best practices for culturally responsive teaching including lecture, group activity, discussion, online and individual instruction to accommodate a variety of learning styles.

Ability to: Communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues, students and community members from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds; work collaboratively as a member of an academic department; demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching in the subject area; participate in curriculum and program development; participate in the student advising program and college-wide efforts to improve student retention and success; demonstrate experience or potential for innovation and creativity in both the classroom and related educational duties, including the use of new technologies such as online instruction; demonstrate a commitment to professional standards and growth. Pass a criminal background check.

Physical Demands of Position: The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Usual office working conditions. The noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises.

Application Process

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