General Education Instructor (Chemistry, Biochemistry and Nutrition)

Fortis College; Smyrna, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Fortis Smyrna is seeking a General Education Instructor to teach Chemistry, Biochemistry and Nutrition within the Dental Hygiene program. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry with the required credits qualifies you to teach the listed courses.

The instructor delivers updated instruction, uses diverse resources, and actively engages students while managing attendance, grading, and curricular development.

Qualifications

• Documented expertise in chemistry-related subjects and teaching ability.
• Demonstrated ability to engage students and manage classroom activities.
• Relevant credentials licensure or accreditation as required by state.
• Experience in post-secondary or higher education settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Nutrition as assigned by the department.
• Prepares updated lesson plans and uses varied instructional resources.
• Maintains classroom organization, safety, and attendance records.
• Grading and reporting in a timely manner; communicates with students.
• Contributes to curriculum development and program assessments.
• Supports student retention activities and participates in faculty meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry

Master’s degree in the subject taught or 15-18 credits at master level

Job description

General Education Instructor (Chemistry, Biochemistry and Nutrition)

#26037

Smyrna, Georgia, United States

Requisition Number

26037

Location

Fortis Smyrna

Job Description

Position Summary:

Do you have a bachelor's or master's degree in Chemistry? If so you may have the required credits to teach one or more of our Sciences courses in our Dental Hygiene program. We're looking for professionals to teach one or more of the following courses: Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Nutrition.

The Instructor provides updated and fully prepared instruction to students and actively engages in retention activities and manages the classroom learning experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaches courses as assigned by the Department Chair and/or the Dean of Education.
• Utilizes unit and daily lesson plans.
• Utilizes a variety of supplementary resources (i.e. instructional technology, guest speakers, field trips, current articles and literature, discipline specific equipment, etc.).
• Maintains classroom organization and cleanliness.
• Monitors classroom and student safety and immediately report safety concerns to appropriate manager.
• Actively engages in retention activities including documented communication with both students and administration regarding attendance and progress.
• Submits assigned grading and attendance documentation on deadline.
• Provides assistance for the planning, development, and maintenance of program curriculum.
• Works with the Department Chair/Dean of Education to resolve student concerns.
• Provides each student course syllabi on the first day of class.
• Grades tests, projects, and other assignments in a required timeframe.
• Records and maintains accurate student attendance and grade records.
• Participates in student activities such as serving as club advisors, if asked.
• Completes midterm evaluations for each student halfway through the term.
• Reports need for supplies and computer equipment to manager.
• Is aware of the school catalog, faculty handbook, and student handbook, and understands all the procedures and expectations stated within it as well as policies stated therein.
• Participates in the evaluation of textbooks and other instructional materials.
• Is accountable for all equipment, textbooks, instructor’s manuals, software, tapes, CD, etc. being used for the current term.
• Submits final grades to the Registrar by established deadline.
• Performs end-of-the term procedures by preparing the classroom for the next term.
• Provides annual documentation of continuing professional growth.
• Attends scheduled company meetings, in-service workshops and faculty meetings and incorporate learned concepts into classroom instruction.
• Participates in Advisory Board activities coordinated through Career Services and the DOE.
• Adheres to and supports school policies and procedures as referenced in the employee handbook, faculty handbook, and catalog.
• Attends graduation and orientation ceremonies.
• In case of emergency, provides a qualified, prepared substitute who must be approved by your Department Chair prior to class. Where coverage exists under Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or the employee seeks a leave of absence or modified work schedule or other reasonable accommodation under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable state laws, or where the employee's absence is otherwise covered under state workers' compensation laws, employees are not required to find a substitute to cover such qualifying absences.
• Performs such other duties as may be specified by the Department Chair/DOE/Academic Dean or the School Director.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Skills/Competencies/Qualifications:

• Documented expertise in academic area as demonstrated by data sheets, diplomas, transcripts, certifications, resume
• Expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills
• Minimum of 3 years of significant program related/industry experience for Technical Instructor
• Appropriate program licensure, as well as relevant certifications, work experience and a Bachelors or MS Degree as per accreditation and state licensing procedures. Specific requirements may vary depending upon state and accrediting commission regulations.
• Depending on the program taught, a certificate, diploma or degree at the same level as conferred for the program taught. The general education instructor must have a master’s degree and 15-18 semester masters level credits in the subject taught or a master’s degree in the subject taught.
• Post secondary teaching experience preferred
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Team player who demonstrates initiative, dependability and reliability

Job Type: Part-time

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