What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Science Instructor position at Rogue Community College?
JOB
Are you passionate about Human Services and Addiction Studies? Can you create and maintain a dynamic and interactive learning environment? Consider joining the Social Science and Human Services Department at Rogue Community College, where we value engaging teaching methods that inspire and involve students. We are currently seeking a full-time Human Services and Psychology Instructor to cultivate a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and academic backgrounds. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about collaborating to enhance student success, upholding academic and professional integrity, creating interactive learning experiences, and fostering a supportive learning environment that inspires students' critical thinking.General Statement of ResponsibilitiesResponsible 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.Supervision ReceivedThe dean, in consultation with the department chair, is responsible for carrying out the evaluation of instructors under procedures developed by the Vice President of Instruction. The dean confers with the department chair in decisions regarding instructor workload, professional growth, retention, and department staffing levels.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
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.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. 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.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. Prepares, distributes, and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate.Develops, communicates, and utilizes a student assessment process and instruments that are related to the stated course and program learning outcomes.Oversees student practicum field experiences including site visits.Participates as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities.Participates in curriculum planning and development as needed.Serves as a member of two or more college-wide standing committees, screening committees, and other related activities as assigned.Participates in the development of the quarterly class schedule and the annual departmental budget; initiates purchase requisitions, travel requests, and work orders as needed.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.Represents the program and the College to the community, business, public agencies, and other organizations in a professional manner. Engages with workforce partners on the Human Services Advisory Committee. Updates curriculum in accordance with changing workforce needs. Represents the department at Oregon Coalition of Addiction Studies Educators meetings, as well as other related meetings.Maintain regular and responsive communication with students, the department, and the college.Responsible for departmental equipment, participates in periodic inventory, and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate to the department.Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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.The position will remain open until filled, with screening scheduled to begin on 4/11/2025. Applications received after the screening date are not guaranteed to be reviewed. Documents required for submission include a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts indicating the level of degree earned. Applications missing any of the listed required documents may be considered incomplete and ineligible for further review.RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal-opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.CURRENT RCC FULL-TIME FACULTY AND ADJUNCT FACULTY MEMBERS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF THE POSITION SHALL BE GRANTED AN INTERVIEW. CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE. INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE. FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. FOR POSITIONS WITH A DEGREE REQUIRED, 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. Public Service Loan ForgivenessRogue Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education. Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.
Are you passionate about Human Services and Addiction Studies? Can you create and maintain a dynamic and interactive learning environment? Consider joining the Social Science and Human Services Department at Rogue Community College, where we value engaging teaching methods that inspire and involve students. We are currently seeking a full-time Human Services and Psychology Instructor to cultivate a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and academic backgrounds. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about collaborating to enhance student success, upholding academic and professional integrity, creating interactive learning experiences, and fostering a supportive learning environment that inspires students' critical thinking.General Statement of ResponsibilitiesResponsible 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.Supervision ReceivedThe dean, in consultation with the department chair, is responsible for carrying out the evaluation of instructors under procedures developed by the Vice President of Instruction. The dean confers with the department chair in decisions regarding instructor workload, professional growth, retention, and department staffing levels.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
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.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. 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.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. Prepares, distributes, and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate.Develops, communicates, and utilizes a student assessment process and instruments that are related to the stated course and program learning outcomes.Oversees student practicum field experiences including site visits.Participates as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities.Participates in curriculum planning and development as needed.Serves as a member of two or more college-wide standing committees, screening committees, and other related activities as assigned.Participates in the development of the quarterly class schedule and the annual departmental budget; initiates purchase requisitions, travel requests, and work orders as needed.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.Represents the program and the College to the community, business, public agencies, and other organizations in a professional manner. Engages with workforce partners on the Human Services Advisory Committee. Updates curriculum in accordance with changing workforce needs. Represents the department at Oregon Coalition of Addiction Studies Educators meetings, as well as other related meetings.Maintain regular and responsive communication with students, the department, and the college.Responsible for departmental equipment, participates in periodic inventory, and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate to the department.Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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.The position will remain open until filled, with screening scheduled to begin on 4/11/2025. Applications received after the screening date are not guaranteed to be reviewed. Documents required for submission include a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts indicating the level of degree earned. Applications missing any of the listed required documents may be considered incomplete and ineligible for further review.RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal-opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.CURRENT RCC FULL-TIME FACULTY AND ADJUNCT FACULTY MEMBERS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF THE POSITION SHALL BE GRANTED AN INTERVIEW. CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE. INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE. FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. FOR POSITIONS WITH A DEGREE REQUIRED, 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. Public Service Loan ForgivenessRogue Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education. Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.
