Dual Credit Instructor, Criminal Justice

Dual Credit Professor – Part-time Faculty The Dual Credit Professor is a part-time faculty position responsible for teaching TJC dual credit courses to high school students. Part-time position can work up to 18 hours per week. General Expectations of all TJC Faculty Exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. Maintain current and comprehensive knowledge and experience in the teaching field and assigned teaching discipline Create a classroom environment reflecting professionalism, equity, respect, and trust Adhere to college policies. Abide by Employee Standards of Conduct Perform job duties as assigned by the department chair and dean (unless request violates TJC policy or local/state/federal laws) Stay current with and follow departmental and college policies Complete required compliance trainings and stay current on professional development hours Responsibilities to the Student Exhibit a commitment to student success. Design classroom instructional activities appropriate to the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives Embed interactive learning activities in the instructional setting that engage student learning and encourage student development of active learning skillsets Facilitate student learning and successful completion of the course by preparing and using appropriate instructional materials compatible with the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives Align learning opportunities and employ suitable assessments of course learning outcomes and program learning outcomes, with the student's core competencies Sequence learning opportunities and assessments through the courses and program to build student learning and understanding Integrate workplace professional skillsets into the classroom environment (i.e., prompt and regular attendance, initiative to seek clarification, timely submission of work, use of technology in work completion, etc.) Motivate students to perform at their highest level by maintaining an atmosphere of dignity and cordiality conducive to learning in both the classroom and office Adhere to college policies. Meet all classes as scheduled and maximize use of available class time Maintain scheduled office hours as required Follow attendance and office hour requirements for online and hybrid classes as specified in the distance education course standards (see employee handbook) Responsibilities to the Department Follow prescribed course syllabi and adopted textbooks [including appropriate assigned readings] Inform students of student learning outcomes, class procedures, and grading policies at the beginning of each semester Demonstrate initiative and/or cooperative support of leadership, faculty, and staff to implement strategic improvements and achieve goals #J-18808-Ljbffr Tyler Junior College