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Job Information
Indian Hills Community College Instructor, Science in Ottumwa, Iowa
Job Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, Science, this instructor will teach general science courses. Courses may include lectures and labs in the following courses: Introduction to Earth Science; Introductory Environmental Sciences; Introductory Biology, and Natural Resources.
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.
Minimum of 12 graduate hours in one of the following science fields Environmental Science, Earth Science, Natural Science, Physical Science
College level teaching experience preferred.
Must related well to people and display a high degree of competency within the discipline.
Effective communication skills with diverse personalities in both personal and group settings.
Must be capable of creating a classroom environment which is conducive to student learning.
Work Performed:
Teach courses in accordance with objectives of the course outlines as set fourth 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 student with varying backgrounds and abilities, and adjunct 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.
Assist 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 reports on all student 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.
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, Science
Position Level:
Faculty - Exempt - Traditional Funding, Chapter 279 Contract of Employment
Employment Length:
3 Terms, Full Time, Benefits
Schedule:
9 hrs/day, Monday – Thursday
Salary Range:
$42,396.00 - 47,430.00