What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Technologies Instructor position at Southwestern Community College?
Statement of Primary Purpose
Responsible for ensuring instructional excellence for all assigned courses in accordance with college policies and the mission of the North Carolina Community College System.
Classification
Curriculum faculty, full-time, exempt
Reporting Relationships
Direct Supervision : Dean of Career Technologies Division
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Teaching Performance
Teach assigned course load consistent with College workload policy.
Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
Ensure course content is up-to-date, relevant, accurate, and consistent with state and national accreditation standards.
Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students. Stay current in the subject matter through professional development, professional organizations, and professional meetings, conferences, or workshops.
Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience.
Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs. Facilitate the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.
Contribute to the selection, development of instructional materials to meet course objectives. Develop, update, and share course syllabi in a timely manner.
Maintain documentation of professional development and continuing education.
Evaluation of Student Learning
Establish meaningful student learning outcomes for courses.
Develop and implement methods that measure student progress toward student learning outcomes. Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently, and return student work.
Maintain accurate records of student progress; submit grade records according to deadlines. Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.
Support of College Policies and Procedures
Teach classes as assigned in a multi-campus, multi-modality environment.
Post and maintain necessary office hours to ensure accessibility to colleagues and students. Maintain confidentiality of student information.
Exercise stewardship of College facilities and materials.
Record and provide attendance data in accordance with College policies and procedures.
Participation in College, Division, and Program Activities
Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from College, division, and program administrators.
Support and collaborate with both part-time and full-time colleagues.
Demonstrate productive interpersonal skills in communication with all stakeholders. Contribution to Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs Maintain familiarity with College goals, mission, and long-range plans.
Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and channels.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree in Computer Information Systems or related field 18 Graduate Hours in CIS
Knowledge and Skills
Comprehensive knowledge of computer networking, operating systems, cybersecurity, programming, database management, cloud computing, and IT support.
The applicant should also have a working knowledge of both Microsoft Office and Google Office related applications.
Experience using LMS such as Moodle.
Physical Demands
Ability to teach seat-based, hyflex and online courses in a multi-location campus environment
Working Conditions and Environment
Involves working with the adult learners to motivate and engage them in the learning process. Adaptability & flexibility required.
Minimal travel to training and conferences.
Equipment Operation
Computers and typical teaching equipment, including copiers and projectors.
This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.
Salary : $48,636 - $51,966
