Tyler Junior College Looking for Professor, Education (Duration) at Tyler, TX Full Time

Job Title: Professor, Education (Duration)

Requisition ID: req1143

Regular or
Temporary: Regular

Number of Months:

Location: Tyler, TX

POSITION DESCRIPTION

A nine-month faculty position responsible to the Chair of the Education Department.  Duties include but are not limited to:

1.      Teaching all levels of Education.

2.      Maintaining office hours to be accessible as needed for student
conferences.

3.      Advising student majors as assigned by the dean or department chair.

4.      Participating in
committee assignments and professional development activities.

5.      Maintaining appropriate records.

6.     
Performing other duties as assigned by the dean or department chair.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and DUTIES

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 –
  DH (Exhibit)
• Perform job duties as assigned by department chair and dean (unless request is in violation of 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 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 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
*          Attend and participate in required department and school
meetings, and perform other duties as assigned by the department chair or instructional dean

Responsibilities to the
College

• Maintain accurate records and submit required student attendance and grade reports by published deadlines
• Model professional conduct and enforce student conduct policies as prescribed
• Participate in all required convocation
  activities and graduation events
• Maintain required memberships/licensures/certifications per department and accrediting body
  standards
• Assume duties, including committee assignments, over and above assigned classes and office hours as requested by
  department chair or instructional dean
• Demonstrate commitment to the college through actively participating in TJC sponsored events
  and activities beyond assigned classes and office hours as appropriate

Responsibilities to the Community

• Network with community members and others to promote the TJC program and its students
• Exhibit conduct that reflects the
  mission, vision and values of the institution and the community

Discipline- or Position-Specific
Responsibilities/Competencies

Other Expectations
*          Perform other duties as assigned
*
         Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public
*          Must exhibit a
sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to
staff and students with disabilities

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education/Experience

Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Education.

Teaching Experience in P-12 Public School

Preferred
Education/Experience

Required Credentials: Certifications/Licensures

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO
APPLICANTS WITH THE FOLLOW CHARACTERISTICS:

1.      Teaching experience in education at the college level.

2.      Excellent human relations skills.

3.      Experience with student-centered methodology and classroom procedures.

4.      Experience with current technology to enhance the learning process.

NOTE: With or without reasonable
accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties
of the job as described above – including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands. The position description is not inclusive of
all responsibilities or expectations and may be amended with or without prior notice.