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Job Profile
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Garden City Community College
English Instructor
Job Location: Garden City, Kansas
Description:
This is a full-time, 172-day contract position under the direction of the appropriate Division Director and the Dean of Academics to the college President. The primary assignment is to provide instructional services and learning facilitation for students in the Humanities Division by offering English and/or related courses.
This assignment includes (but is not limited to) the following:
· Teaching assigned day and/or evening courses using lecture, lab, hands-on demonstration, cooperative learning, and other methods in on-campus or at off-campus outreach locations. Courses are offered in accordance with established standards and course syllabi.
· Providing individual and small group facilitation of learning, diagnostic assessment of students, and identification of appropriate learning materials.
· Participating in course and curriculum design, student advisement, program review, and college committees as required to maintain and to improve the learning program.
· Participating in the operation of computer and other labs and providing direction and help to students and student assistants.
· Remaining current in subject matter and in the techniques most effective to promote student learning.
· Participating in staff and college meetings and contributing through appropriate committee assignments.
· Performing other relevant tasks as assigned.
Faculty Profile
Personal and Professional Qualities
· Strong commitment to quality teaching, student learning and academic excellence.
· Learner-centered, able to lead the learning process, to inspire, motivate, and help students to succeed.
· Appreciation and respect for the student role, contribution and responsibility in the learning process.
· Commitment to develop learning outcomes and design alternative approaches to learning.
· Ability and willingness to apply knowledge of academic or occupational areas in designing strategies related to learning outcomes.
· Commitment to integrate new technologies and strategies into the learning process.
· Commitment to using technologies and instructional support resources to address unique needs of each learner.
· Intellectual and ethical qualities which evoke confidence and respect.
· Enthusiasm, flexibility, openness to change, willingness to experiment and innovate.
· Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds and needs of community college students.
· Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.Qualifications
Minimum
Possession of a master’s degree in English
OR
Possession of a bachelor’s degree in English or English education and intention to complete a master’s degree in this field
Desirable
Preference will be given to those candidates who establish the highest level of professional competency as evidenced by:
· Community college teaching experience at multiple skill levels.
· Experience teaching Englishmath in other than community college settings.
· Industry experience in applying writing/language skills tomath in real world settings.
· Ability to motivate and teach students of diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
· Knowledge of computer assisted learning strategies in Englishmath.
· Commitment to the discipline through involvement in professional organizations and activities.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and sit for extended periods; speak and hear clearly in group settings and at distances of 30 feet; maintain physical mobility, alertness, and composure; utilize appropriate presentation materials and equipment; and transport self and equipment to various campus/community/area sites as needed.
Employment Conditions
Salary
Based on the minimum and/or desirable qualifications. Placement on the salary schedule is based on verification of experience, relevant degrees, and upper division/graduate course work.
Extensive Benefit Package
· Health care/hospitalization coverage for employees and eligible dependents (up to $301 paid monthly by Trustees toward premium cost).
· Prescription drug and limited dental program as part of health care plan.
· $15,000 group term life insurance for full-time college employees paid by Trustees.
· Paid sick leave—10 days annually, accumulates to 60 days total.
· Retirement coverage through Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS).
· TIAA-CREF 403-b employer retirement plan.
· Free GCCC tuition for employee, spouse, and minor dependents.
· Free pass for employee, spouse, and immediate family members to most college sponsored events.
· IRS Section 125 cafeteria salary reduction plan to purchase nontaxable health insurance, medical expense reimbursement, and dependent (child) care reimbursement.
· Free use of Super Circuit facilities for employee.
Term of Employment
This is a full-time bargaining unit position, 172-day faculty contract beginning with the Fall Semester of the 2008-2009 academic year.
How To Apply:
To complete the application process, candidates must submit:
1. Application letter expressing interest in position
2. Completed GCCC application form. To download application in .pdf format Click Here
3. Personal resume
4. Copy of college transcripts and appropriate certificates
5. Up to three current letters of recommendation submitted directly to the Director of Human Resources by the individual providing the reference.
Contact
Garden City Community College
801 Campus Drive
Garden City, KS 67846
Phone: 620-276-9794
Fax: 620-276-9573
Equal Opportunity
Garden City Community College does not discriminate against applicants, employees or students on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, or other non-merit reasons, or handicap, nor will sexual harassment be tolerated, in its employment practices and/or educational programs or activities. Those concerned about the above should contact Cathy McKinley, Garden City Community College, 801 Campus Drive, Garden City, KS 67846, 620-276-9574.
ADA/Equal Access
Garden City Community College is complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and is committed to equal and reasonable access to facilities and programs for all employees, students and visitors. Those with ADA concerns, or who need special accommodations, should contact Kellee Munoz, Accommodations Coordinator, Garden City Community College, 801 Campus Drive, Garden City, KS 67846, 620-276-9638.
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