Funeral Service Instructor

State-of-Georgi; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid state holidays

Annual and sick leave

Retirement options

Flexible Benefits package

Job summary

Ogeechee Technical College in Statesboro, GA, invites applications for a Funeral Service Education Program Instructor to provide course instruction for the Funeral Service Education Program. Responsibilities include planning, syllabus and LMS management, and guiding student outcomes across modalities.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree with a plan for a Master’s within five years, ABFSE accreditation, and GA licensure as a Funeral Director and Embalmer, plus teaching

Qualifications

• Must possess an awarded bachelor's degree and be willing to obtain a master's degree within 5 years.
• Graduate of an ABFSE-accredited Funeral Service Education program.
• Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a weekly planner for course learning activities aligned with Student Learning Outcomes.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication in course content.
• Review and finalize course syllabi using Department templates.
• Review and finalize Blackboard courses to support student learning.
• Evaluate student progress toward learning outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with institutional and accreditation standards.
• Advise students on academic and occupational curricula.
• Participate in recruitment, enrollment and retention activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Field work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree within 5 years

ABFSE graduate

Job description

Job Title

Funeral Service Instructor

Position Description

FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT POSITION TITLE: Funeral Service Education Program Instructor POSITION DESCRIPTION: The faculty member will provide course instruction for the Funeral Service Education Program. General responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

Responsibilities

• Prepare a weekly planner for learning activities that align with the established Student Learning Outcomes for each course.
• Demonstrate the effective use of oral and written communication skills and knowledge of current procedures in course content.
• Review and finalize the course syllabi utilizing the Department and program-provided templates.
• Review and finalize the Learning Management System (Blackboard) courses that are used to facilitate and support the student learning experience.
• Evaluate students' progress in attaining Student Learning Outcomes.
• Request and maintain supplies and equipment, as needed to support the learning environment.
• Submit required documentation, such as final grades, attendance records, or other student-related information on a timely basis.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, TCSG, and accreditation standards.
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
• Advise students on academic and occupational curricula.
• Assess student learning outcomes and program outcomes.
• Participate in the program's recruitment, enrollment, and retention activities.
• Assist in the budget process of requesting and maintaining instructional equipment and supplies for classrooms/laboratories.
• Committee participation is expected, as well as other department, college, and community projects.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance skills in various modes of instruction and knowledge of learning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess an awarded bachelor's degree, and be willing to obtain a master's degree within 5 years of date of hire at OTC in any of the qualifying or related fields: Mortuary Science, Biology, Microbiology, Pathology, Psychology, Sociology, or Business Management.
• Must be a graduate of a Funeral Service Education institution accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education (ABFSE).
• Must be a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the state of Georgia.
• Must possess and demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to student success initiatives.
• Three years of paid work experience working or teaching in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior college-level teaching experience with evidence of effective and student-centered instructional practices.
• Experience with the development and delivery of academic courses in both online and traditional modalities.
• An awarded master's degree in one of the following qualifying fields: Mortuary Science, Biology, Microbiology, Pathology, Psychology, Sociology, or Business Management.

Additional Information

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees, work experience, and The Commission on Colleges and University (Formerly SACSCOC) Faculty Credential Guidelines. The successful candidate may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online). The successful candidate may be required to travel to and teach classes at any Ogeechee Technical College location or oversee student learning experiences at approved clinical sites. In programs that require professional licensure, an active, unencumbered license must be provided by the applicant during the interview process. All positions require a pre-employment criminal background investigation, education, and employer/professional reference checks. Some positions may additionally require a motor vehicle record search, credit history check, and/or drug screen. All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Copies of all transcripts should be submitted at the time of application for faculty positions. Official transcripts are required to be submitted to HR upon acceptance of a written job offer.

Salary & Benefits

Commensurate with qualifications. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, retirement options, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. Ogeechee Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success. The following person(s) have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Christy Rikard, Vice President for Student Affairs, Ogeechee Technical College, One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd., Office 198C, Joseph E. Kennedy Building, Statesboro, GA 30458, 912.486.7607, [e-mail] Sabrina Burns, ADA/Section 504 Coordinator, Ogeechee Technical College, One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd., Office 711, Assessment Center, Statesboro, GA 30458, 912.486.7211, [e-mail] Minimum Qualifications: 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.

Company Culture

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.