Adj. Instructor, History

Southern Crescent Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Georgia State Government is seeking an Adjunct Instructor of History to teach on-campus and online courses. The appointment may be part-time and without benefits, with compensation commensurate with education and experience.

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in History or a Master’s with 18 graduate hours in History, and should have strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience in postsecondary teaching is preferred, with LMS familiarity and curriculum development

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in History from a regionally accredited college or university or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History.
• Preferred: prior postsecondary teaching or training experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach on-campus and/or online History classes.
• Prepare lesson plans, curricula, syllabi, and assessment methods.
• Maintain documentation, equipment, and budgets as required.
• Attend professional development and support recruitment and retention.

Skills

Pedagogical practice

Academic program knowledge

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal relations

Curriculum delivery

Education

Master's in History

18 graduate hours in History

Tools

Blackboard LMS

MS Office

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career.

Job Title: Adj. Instructor, History
Job Requisition ID: JR0000001573
Number of Openings: 1
Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: COMPENSATION WILL BE COMMENSURATE WITH THE APPLICANT'S EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS.

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicant must possess a Master’s degree in History from a regionally accredited college or university or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 semester or 30 quarter graduate hours in History from an accredited college or university

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior teaching or training experience at the post-secondary level
• Experience with Blackboard Learning LMS and MSOffice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This individual will be responsible for teaching on-campus and/or online classes in History.
• Under general supervision, prepares lesson plans for classroom and online instruction; develops program curriculum, course outline, syllabi, goals, and objectives; prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction; evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives; requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares required budget requests; prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports; meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues impacting the progress of the students.
• Attends various professional development training; assists with orientations, recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts; the position may require committee and project assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory
• Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education
• Knowledge of academic course standards
• Knowledge of the college’s academic programs
• Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty and staff
• Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom content
• Skill to make timely decisions
• Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs
• Decision making and problem solving skills
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
• Oral and written communication skills

SALARY

This is a part-time position without insurance benefits; work hours will not exceed 29 per week. Hourly rate is commensurate with education and work experience.

SPECIAL NOTES

• It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation.
• Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation.
• Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment.
• All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment.
• Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning [phone].
• Applicants scheduled for interviews will be notified of the status of the position.

Other Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Additional Information

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.