Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Number: 2021-00015

Department: Academic Affairs

Opening Date: 09/19/2023

Description

A part-time instructor is needed to teach asynchronous online Introduction to Humanities courses within the Humanities department. Administration of the learning process (teaching) is to be accomplished in accordance with Federal regulation, Florida State Law, and Florida Gateway College Board Policies. The primary responsibility of an Instructor at FGC is to the student in the classroom. All other activities must be considered secondary in importance. The Instructor is expected to allocate time in a manner as to provide scheduled classroom hours and office hours during which the students may have access to the Instructor.

Examples of Duties

(Note: The following examples of work as listed in this job descriptions are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the classification. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

Uses assessment strategies (traditional and alternate) to assist the continuous development of the learner.

Uses effective communication techniques with students and all other stakeholders.

Engages in continuous professional quality improvement for self and school.

Uses appropriate techniques and strategies, which promote and enhance critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.

Uses teaching and learning strategies that reflect each student's culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio-economic background.

Adheres to Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct of the Education Profession in Florida.

Uses an understanding of learning and human development to provide a positive learning environment, which supports the intellectual, personal, and social development of all students.

Demonstrates knowledge and understandings of the subject matter.

Creates and maintains positive learning environments in which students are actively engaged in learning, social interaction, cooperative learning and self-motivation.

Plans, implements, and evaluates instruction in a variety of learning environments.

Works with various educational professionals and other stakeholders in the continuous improvement of the educational experiences of students.

Uses appropriate technology in the teaching and learning process.

Other functions as specified in applicable policies/procedures and the Faculty Handbook.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)

Minimum Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

Ability to present information in a coherent manner and the ability to fairly evaluate student retention of that information. Computer literate.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Applicants should have a Doctorate or Masters degree in humanities-related field (including, but not limited to Art History, Classics, Languages and Literature, History, Liberal Studies, Music History, Religion, Philosophy), or a Masters degree and 18 graduate hours in a humanities-related field required. Preferred applicants will have teaching experience at the community college level.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).

Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).

Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Light (up to 15 pounds) lifting and carrying.

Reaching.

Use of fingers.

Walking.

Standing.

Bending.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Works inside in an office and classroom environment.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

Supplemental Information

Florida Gateway College affirms its Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Policy in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and rules. The College reaffirms its commitment to provide equal access and equal opportunity for all programs, services, and activities offered by the College, without discrimination. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status against a student, employee, or applicant is prohibited. The Civil Rights and Compliance Officer (CRCO) for the College is Cassie Buckles, Executive Director of Human Resources, 149 SE College Place, Lake City, FL 32025. If you have any questions or desire any information, call 386.754.4313.

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