Welding Instructor, full-time tenure track

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the vision, mission, and values of the community college district.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Classroom responsibilities Meet classes/laboratories/clinical setting on day and times assigned. Develop and implement instruction for each class/laboratory period which is consistent with the official course outline. Develop and distribute the first week of class, a written syllabus for each course to communicate to students course objectives, grading criteria, and classroom policies. Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws. Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner. Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate. Supervise student in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructors load. Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours. B. Evaluation of Students Evaluate students’ progress toward meeting course objectives; advise the students of course objectives, methods of evaluation and the results of the evaluation. Return assignments and examination results in a timely fashion. Assign grades to students in the manner provided by District policy and administrative procedure and prescribed by the Education Code and Title V regulations for the State of California. Participate in the credit by examination program where applicable. Submit required administrative paperwork, including grade report forms, in a timely and accurate manner. C. Curriculum Participate in the development and review of curriculum as needed. Participate in the development of alternative teaching modalities. D. Student Advising Advise enrolled students on such matters as: a. Course content, scope, and meaning. b. Major course requirements for the degree or certificate. c. Learning skills. d. Collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the courses or subject field. e. Career alternative/opportunities related to the subject field. Participate as a Faculty Advisor to student organizations or clubs. E. Professional Development Participate in required professional development activities. Continue to develop professional skills and knowledge. Participate in planning staff development programs. Participate in institutional research activities and grants. Attend/participate in professional conferences, seminars, or meetings. F. Additional Responsibilities Schedule, announce to students in all classes, and maintain office hours. Attend and participate in department/center meetings. Attend commencement ceremony. Participate in the process of Shared Governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department, division, college and/or district level, or participate in other significant non-classroom college, district, or community activities. Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures. Participate in supervision of student assistants and paraprofessionals. Participate in articulation activities and the coordination of inter-divisional and intra-divisional learning activities. Abide by departmental regulations concerning the proper use, care, and security of equipment. Advise administration of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions. Participate in advisory committee meetings as required. Consult with management on personnel needs; assist with position announcements, recruitment, and screening/interviewing committees. Participate in the tenure review process as assigned. Participate in the evaluation of regular faculty and adjunct faculty as assigned. Participate in mentoring of new faculty as assigned. Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

the minimum qualifications for disciplines on this list are any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience. Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master’s degree. The professional experience required must be directly related to the faculty member’s teaching assignment. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

SALARY PLACEMENT

Salary Placement is according to the Full time Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Placement is contingent on education and experience as it applies to the Collective Bargaining Agreement: Minimum starting gross salary with a conferred Associates degree is $7,912.82 per month for an annual 175-day contract (10-month assignment). Maximum starting gross salary with a conferred Doctorate degree and significant instructional experience is $11,039.26 per month for a 175-day annual contract (10-month contract). For more information on salary placement please see the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Salary Schedule. #J-18808-Ljbffr College of the Desert (CA)