Full Time Faculty, History

NorthWest Arkansas Community College; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthWest Arkansas Community College is seeking a faculty member to teach history courses. Responsibilities include developing course materials and evaluating student performance while adhering to legal standards. The position requires strong commitment to student success and proficiency with instructional technology.

Candidates should hold a master’s degree in history or a related field. Additional qualifications and teaching experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in history or a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in history.
• PhD in a related field preferred.
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach history courses using established course outlines.
• Develop and deliver course materials and assessments.
• Advise and support students in their academic goals.

Skills

Commitment to student success

Proficiency with instructional technology

Alignment with college mission

Education

Master’s degree in history

Master’s degree in a related field with 18 graduate hours in history

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Essential Duties

• Teach history courses using established course outlines across multiple delivery formats
• Develop and deliver course materials, including lectures, assignments, and assessments
• Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate records in compliance with FERPA
• Hold 10 on-campus office hours per week and maintain regular communication with students
• Participate in program assessment, curriculum development, and textbook selection
• Attend and fulfill all scheduled classes, meetings, and academic responsibilities
• Maintain an on-campus presence averaging 32 hours per week

Professional Development

• Maintain current knowledge in historical scholarship through ongoing professional development and continuing education

Service to the College

• Advise and support students in achieving academic goals
• Serve on committees, advisory boards, and participate in campus governance
• Attend required meetings, ceremonies, and professional events.
• Mentor new faculty and contribute to departmental and institutional initiatives
• Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college

Rate of pay: determined by faculty scale placement (education and years of experience). Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in history
• Master’s degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate hours in history

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in a related field
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level
• Eighteen graduate hours in political science

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong commitment to student success and quality teaching
• Proficiency with instructional technology, including Canvas LMS (or willingness to learn)
• Alignment with the mission and goals of Northwest Arkansas Community College

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding; Sitting; Standing; Walking
• Constantly: Hearing; Repetitive motion; Talking

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.

Environmental Conditions

The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.

NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.