Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The instructor will adhere to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and the Alabama Community College System policy. Adjunct instructors are hired on a temporary basis related to enrollment demands.
Salary: Dependent upon level of education and amount of credit/contact hours taugh
Work Hours: Classes are taught day, evening, and weekends on the Decatur and Huntsville/Research Park campuses, and several off-campus sites. In addition, multiple forms of distance education are offered.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A minimum of a Master’s degree with at least 18 gradate semester hours in History from an accredited institution.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Proficiency of use current educational technologies in the classroom including internet, e-mail, and computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
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Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
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Ability to conduct individual and small group instruction.
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Experience using WebCT, Blackboard, or other course management software, from an instructor standpoint.
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An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system.
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Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
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Ability to deal effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the public.
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Assist in the development of discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.
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Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.
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Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.
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Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grades, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information to appropriate offices by the specified deadlines.
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Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.
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Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.
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Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds.
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Successful problem solving skills.
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Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning, including teaching pedagogy and new software, as required.
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A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.
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Confidence in decision making and communication skills.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:
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An on-line application
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Current resume
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Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicant who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.
Background Check Requirement
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitations, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College participated in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degree. Contact the commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College. Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATION MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.calhoun.edu
P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2591
256-306-2590
[email protected]
