Economics Instructor

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Adjunct - Economics Instructor Agency: Central Georgia Technical College Job Requisition ID: JR0000002860 Shift: Rotating (United States of America) Compensation Details SET FEE PER COURSE RATE BASED ON A $29 GROSS HOURLY RATE PER CONTACT HOUR Job Description Position Summary: Under general supervision, provides associate-level Economics instruction to students in the classroom settings, prepares syllabi and lesson plans. Develops program goals and objectives. The instructor must possess the ability to teach all phases of the curriculum. Demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques; use of appropriate testing and grading procedures including proper maintenance of grade books and any other record-keeping required; effective use of oral and written communication skills; and knowledge of current in-field procedures. Follows approved course syllabus. Maintains program requirements, attends/completes all professional development training; meet with students and college personnel to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues. Evaluates student progress in attaining goals and objectives. Completes all reports, records and invoices in a timely manner and maintains accurate inventory of all assigned properties. This position may also serve as a lead instructor to provide mentoring support to adjunct faculty teaching in the discipline. Maintains qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and accreditation standards. Follows rules and regulations as described by the TCSG Policy Manual and other policies and procedures established by the institution. Dual Enrollment instructors are subject to the rules and regulations of the on-site location. Position may involve teaching traditional day and/or evening classes or online classes and will require travel within the college’s service area and additional travel as needed. Projected Work Hours/Location Online course instruction. Teaching assignments may include teaching, and required travel, to one or more campus/site locations, to include dual enrollment programs and assigned locations, or any combination thereof, and may include a combination of face-to-face and distance instructional delivery methods. Faculty may be assigned to any campus/site based on the business needs of the college. Salary / Benefits This position is paid a set fee per course rate based on a $29 gross hourly rate per contact hour. Compensation may include additional stipends for student contact hours, orientation and trainings, course development, etc. Adjunct positions are temporary, time‑limited appointments encompassing a single academic term or period and do not imply or suggest a continuance of employment or a promise of future full‑time employment. CGTC is a member of Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees Retirement System of Georgia (ERS). Adjunct positions are not eligible for TRS or ERS retirement benefits, state insurance, leave or holiday pay. Minimum Qualifications Candidate must meet the Standard Academic OR Other/Alternative Qualifications: Standard Academic Qualification: Earned Master’s degree in Economics from an academic institution that is accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education OR Earned master’s degree with a concentration (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours) in the teaching discipline from an academic institution that is accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education. Education courses related to the teaching of Economics are not considered discipline specific in meeting this requirement. Coursework must be in Economics or closely related discipline aligned to course competencies. Required Documentation for Standard Academic Qualification: Candidate must upload all required documentation to the CGTC applicant portal: Current Resume, Completed CGTC Job Application, ALL transcripts from any academic institution in which post‑secondary credit was earned and also which show all conferred educational degrees. Unofficial copies are acceptable as part of the employment packet, diploma copies are not accepted in lieu of a transcript. Other/Alternative Qualification: Applicants who do not meet the standard academic qualification may be considered under the following criteria. Earned master’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution recognized by the United States Department of Education with demonstrated competence in teaching discipline outlined in the CGTC Faculty Qualification Equivalency Form. Required Documentation for Other/Alternative Academic Qualification: Candidate must upload all required documentation to the CGTC employment portal: Current Resume, Completed CGTC Job Application, ALL transcripts from any academic institution in which post‑secondary credit was earned and also which show all conferred educational degrees. Unofficial copies are acceptable as part of the employment packet, diploma copies are not accepted in lieu of a transcript. CGTC Faculty Qualification Equivalency Form: ALL supporting documentation that demonstrates qualifications specific to the teaching discipline. Examples include, but are not limited to, publications or presented papers, professional development, work experience, professional licensure and certifications related to the teaching discipline. Preferred Qualifications Documented teaching experience at the postsecondary level. All applicants are subject to the following applicable pre‑employment screenings: Criminal History Records Motor Vehicle Records Employment References Pre‑Employment Drug Test Fingerprint Records Credit History Records Psychological Screening Medical Examination. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. Central Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non‑discrimination policies: The Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator for CGTC nondiscrimination policies is Cathy Johnson, Executive Director for Athletics and Compliance, Room A136, 80 Cohen Walker Drive, Warner Robins, Ga, 31088; Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io; Fax View phone number on click.appcast.io; Email: View email address on click.appcast.io. All application materials are subject to the Georgia Open Records Act O. C. G. A. §50-18-70. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department. Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. 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