Job Description

 

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, Education & Social Sciences, this instructor may teach such courses as: Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Social Work, Social Problems, Marriage and Family, and Social Issues. Courses may include a variety of delivery methods including on-campus, off-campus, evening, distance learning and on-line. A teaching demonstration will be required (10-15 minutes).

Vision:
Indian Hills Community College will transform the future through education and empowerment.

Mission:
Indian Hills Community College changes lives by inspiring learning, diversity, social enrichment, and regional economic advancement.

Core Values:
Indian Hills Community College is committed to excellence, success, service, integrity, community, innovation, diversity, and inclusion.

Minimum Job Requirements:

 

• Master’s degree in Sociology or a master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits in a combination of qualifying fields that provide a foundation to the subject matter.
• College level teaching experience is preferred.
• Must relate well to students and colleagues.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of competency within the discipline to be taught.

Work Performed:

 

• Teach courses in accordance with objectives of the course outline as set forth by the division using a variety of instructional methods and technologies that facilitates learning for all students.
• Organize and present various concepts to a wide range of students with varying backgrounds and abilities, and adjust teaching techniques accordingly.
• Develop and maintain current course syllabi/outlines for assigned courses.
• Assist in planning and carrying out studies and surveys.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with professional personnel, local organizations, public officials and other interested people.
• Assist in maintaining public relations with the local community and take part in community relations when possible.
• Actively participate in program promotion and recruitment of students, provide academic advising as needed, and assist in the placement and follow up of graduates.
• Represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community.
• Meet all assigned classes and office commitments as scheduled.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled faculty meetings unless excused by the division dean.
• Emphasize to students the importance of prompt and regular class attendance.
• Measure and evaluate student progress and maintain accurate grade computations. Prepare and submit accurate grade reports as requested.
• Submit to appropriate resources reports on all students who may be in need of counsel.
• Serve actively on any committee to which appointed.
• Keep accurate inventories of equipment and supplies and submit requisitions for needed materials.
• Promptly report repairs needed for the classroom and equipment.
• Stay up to date with trends in the field and update program curriculum and equipment as appropriate to improve student learning.
• Assist in the program evaluation procedure.
• Meet the standards of the college’s Quality Faculty Plan.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Responsible To:
Program Director, Education & Social Sciences

Position Level:
Faculty – Exempt – Traditional Funding, Chapter 279 Continuing Contract of Employment

Employment Length:
3.5 term, Full Time, Benefits

Schedule:
9 hrs/day, Monday – Thursday

Salary Range:
$49,285.00 - 55,197.00

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