Description - External
DESCRIPTION:
Georgia Piedmont Technical College is accepting applications for a Full-Time Economics Instructor for the Arts & Sciences Program. Under general supervision, prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses at a technical college. Instruction will include both lecture and laboratory activities and may involve internet classes.
The instructor must possess the ability to teach all phases of the program curriculum to adults or high school students participating in college-level classes at the college or at participating area high schools. The instructor will report to the School Dean.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques
- Demonstrates the use of appropriate testing and grading procedures including proper maintenance of grade books and any other appropriate record-keeping required
- Understands and is experienced in practices and procedures necessary to effectively teach the subject matter
- Follows approved course syllabi
- Completes all documentation related to assigned courses in a timely manner
- Maintains an accurate inventory of all assigned property
- Day, evening and online classes may be available based on scheduling needs
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Economics. An appropriate degree must reflect the requirements of the College’s accredited agency. The successful candidate may also hold a master's degree in a related field provided they have also completed at least 18 graduate semester hours (or equivalent quarter hours) in the program of study.
Requires strong computer skills, communication skills, and ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population. Position may require day/evening/distance learning classes and activities. Position may involve courses at Dual Enrollment Academies or High School sites. The successful candidate must be willing to work teaching shifts that might require split teaching days, and/or multiple campuses.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 2 years’ experience teaching at collegiate level preferred.
Qualifications - External-Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.
Work Schedule
This is a full-time faculty position. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, weekend, online, dual enrollment, and multi-campus instruction based on institutional needs.
Work Environment
Faculty work in classroom, virtual, and office settings that support teaching, student engagement, and academic collaboration. The position requires regular interaction with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
Physical Requirements
The position requires the ability to communicate effectively, use technology and instructional equipment, move throughout instructional spaces, and perform routine educational and administrative responsibilities.
Georgia Piedmont Technical College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education that transforms lives and strengthens the communities it serves. Faculty members play a critical role in advancing this mission by fostering student achievement, promoting academic excellence, and preparing graduates for success in an evolving workforce and society.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
