What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, English - FT position at Southeast Community College?
Department
English
Location
Beatrice
Job Category
Faculty
Job Type
FT
Posting Number
01958
Position End Date
Position Summary Information
General Description of Position
Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean, the English Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various English courses in a campus classroom, online, and/or off-campus setting. Teaching assignments for this position may include but are not limited to, General Education, Academic Transfer, Developmental, and Dual-Credit courses such as developmental integrated reading/writing, Composition, Business Communication, and literature courses. This position is also responsible for advising students, working with the program and college committees, assisting with meeting department and division strategic goals, administering general education assessment tools, and reporting assessment data. This is a full-time regular position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide Instruction in Assigned Subject Areas
- Provide instruction to students consistent with the objectives of each course and utilize appropriate and inclusive instructional strategies. These courses include, but are not limited to Beginning Reading and Writing, Intermediate Reading and Writing, Business Communications, Composition I, Composition II, and occasional literature classes.
- Utilize a variety of instructional methods appropriate to the instructional setting and individual student needs and may include lectures, small groups, conferences, demonstrations, engaged learning, and technology-assisted instruction.
Provide for Student Evaluation and Record-keeping
- Develop a grading system for each class consistent with department standards and maintain accurate records of student attendance, performance, and progress.
Develop/Revise Course Curriculum and Educational Material
- In cooperation with other department faculty, the instructor will develop and/or revise written course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies following the approved format.
- Develop, revise, and maintain written classroom policies, grading structures, and strategies.
Remain Current in Events and Developments Related to Subject Areas
- Participate in professional development such as in-service activities/training, conferences, workshops, and professional enrichment activities.
Attend Program and College Meetings and Serve on Committees
- Attend program/college staff meetings and serve on assigned teams.
Serve as Academic Advisor for Students
- Serve as academic advisor to assigned students in the Academic Transfer program. Tasks include but are not limited to, assisting students in developing academic plans and selecting and registering for courses in the prescribed course of study or area of interest.
Perform Other Functions Related to Teaching Assignments
- Assist in maintaining security for all College equipment and materials.
- Provide information and data to assist in the preparation of budgets, course schedules, strategic plans, and other required reports.
Professional Development
- Faculty will work with their immediate supervisor to develop an annual plan of professional development and improvement.
Department Chair Responsibilities
- The instructor may have additional duties and responsibilities of supervising and coordinating the activities of the program if assigned to be the Program Chair. The primary role of the Program Chair is to ensure that students achieve the objectives of the program. The Program Chair reports to the Associate Dean.
Promote a Culture of Belonging
Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute, regardless of their identities. Foster a community where diverse identities and perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, equal employment opportunity, equity, inclusion, and diversity.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
- Operate and utilize appropriate audiovisual equipment (e.g., multimedia workstation, document camera, smartboard, online learning management system) as part of the teaching process.
- May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
- Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
- Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Current knowledge of and experience in teaching developmental reading/writing, college-level writing, and business communications.
- Commitment to teaching English at the two-year college level.
- Computer literacy.
- Ability/skill to relate to colleagues, students, staff, and supervisors of diverse backgrounds in a positive and cooperative manner.
- Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of engaged teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom.
- Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom use.
- Ability to lift and carry up to (50) fifty pounds for short distances, and move tables, chairs, and media equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively both in writing, in person, and on the phone.
- Ability to use basic computer skills.
- The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in English or related field with at least 18 hours of graduate credit in English.
- Teaching experience equivalent to 18 semester hours or 6 courses/sections at a secondary or post-secondary level that applies directly to area(s) of instructional responsibility. Graduate teaching experience is acceptable.
Desired Qualifications
- Graduate coursework in composition/rhetoric.
- Experience teaching integrated developmental reading/writing.
- Experience teaching business communication.
- Experience teaching at a community college.
- Experience/involvement with college-related activities/committees outside the classroom.
- Academic advising experience.
- Record of on-going, recent professional development activity.
Salary
$55,900 per year
Benefits
SCC BEN Dollars – Eligible Employees: Full-time status. Regular employees with an FTE of 0.75 or greater will be eligible for SCC Ben Dollars. All employees will be required to elect a health insurance option. If the cost of insurance coverage selected by an employee exceeds the SCC Ben Dollars available, all additional costs will be withheld from the employee’s paycheck. Any SCC Ben Dollars that the employee does not elect to use for the purchase of dependent health and dental insurance will be paid to the employee in cash at $0.93 per $1.00 benefit dollar. All amounts paid are subject to withholding for income and employment taxes, but not subject to the College’s contribution toward the Retirement Savings Plan – Group Retirement Account (GRA).
Schedule
This is a full-time regular position with an implied 40-hour work week, based on a 175-day work calendar. Teaching assignments for this position are scheduled and approved by the College, between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday based on the instructional work calendar. Scheduled special activities, emergencies, or temporary schedule changes may require hours outside of the regular workday or workweek.
Posting Detail Information
Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.
Open Date
02/08/2025
Close Date
02/23/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete this application, contact Human Resources at 402-437-2553.
Salary : $55,900
