CPT Instructor

Full Job Description

Job Purpose:

The instructor is responsible to the Division Dean for Business & Industrial Technologies for the delivery of quality instruction and management of students enrolled in Computer Technology courses and advisement of students in the Computer Technology programs.

Responsibilities occur in the areas of instructional development, teaching performance, advisement, professional development, college/community services, and instructional management.

Job Duties:

Instructional Development:

1.Participate in the divisional strategic planning process for the development, refinement, and enhancement of curriculum.

2.Assist in the evaluation of existing educational programs/courses and deliver reporting on program status and efficiency.

3.Work with members of the program Advisory Committee to participate in planning for new and existing programs and courses.

4.Promote the development of new curricula for the assigned program.

5.Review, select and update textbooks when appropriate.

6.Prior to each term, revise all course syllabi for scheduled classes and comply with the College’s approved format.

7.Develop new courses and modify existing ones to reflect changes or development in the subject matter.

8.Coordinate schedule with other departments as needed.

9.Maintain an assessment plan for student outcomes.

Teaching Performance:

1.Teach courses as assigned and in accordance with the established criteria.

2.Relate instruction and material, discussions, test items, and other course activities to course objectives.

3.Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis.

4.Communicate effectively and on a regular basis with students.

5.Use varied teaching techniques as appropriate.

6.Reflect current subject knowledge and interpretations in the delivery of instruction.

7.Integrate evaluation in the learning process, including a comparison of student success when various delivery methods are implemented.

8.Maintain appropriate student records for courses, such as grade files and student advisement files.

Student Advisement:

1.Schedule, post and maintain office hours appropriate for student advising; promptly respond to student requests for advising.

2.Meet with advisees at least once per term to ensure they are meeting all program requirements and timetables.

3.Work with the Student Services Division in the recruitment, admission and retention of students.

4.Refer students to other persons on campus for assistance as needed.

5.Advise and maintain student records in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.

6.Monitor academic advisement policies, procedures, and practices for all divisional programs.

7.Work with Student Services in the placement and follow-up of students.

Professional Development:

1.Continue to update and build on skills for the use of technology in education.

2.Represent the Division and College by participating in relevant community and professional meetings.

3.Maintain current awareness of educational innovations and trends appropriate to the Division.

4.Participate in memberships appropriate to Computer Technology.

College/Community Service:

1.Serve actively on College committees.

2.Work cooperatively with other College divisions to meet the educational needs of students and fulfill the mission of the College.

3.Maintain contacts with local schools and appropriate representatives from businesses, industries, agencies and community organizations/individuals in the College service area.

4.Recommend Advisory Committee members and agenda items for meetings; hold two Advisory Committee meetings per year.

Instructional Management:

1.Adhere to class schedules.

2.Provide students with the course syllabus and course requirements at the beginning of each term.

3.Foster and promote all educational programs and activities offered through the department.

4.Assist in securing and mentoring qualified adjunct faculty for the program as needed.

Special Projects:

1. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dean of Business and Industrial Technologies and VPAA.

Requirements

Master's Degree required with 18 credit hours in an area appropriate to the instructional program with demonstrated skills in teaching, curriculum development, and/or educational management in higher education.

Additional Information

The Technical College of the Lowcountry seeks to be the first choice for higher education in South Carolina’s Low Country Region.

The college is a public, open door, two-year comprehensive College of higher education.

The College is dedicated to serving the diverse educational, workforce development, and personal enrichment needs of the rural counties of Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper.

In an atmosphere of shared values, the College encourages creativity, innovation, and resourcefulness among its students, faculty, staff, and administrators.

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

The Technical College of the Lowcountry is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admissions or employment without regard to sex, race/color, religion, national origin, age, disability, service in the uniformed services (as defined by state and federal law), veteran status, political affiliation or belief, marital or family status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation, genetic information, genetic identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.