Instructor 9M English

Wake Tech; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Tech in Raleigh, NC seeks an English instructor to provide effective instruction for assigned courses and maintain accurate records of student work. You will design curricula, guide classes, and counsel students on progress while keeping a schedule with regular office hours.

The candidate should hold a Master’s degree in English (or related field with 18 graduate hours in English) and be adept with teaching methods and technology such as Blackboard.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in English or related field with 18 graduate semester hours in English.
• Experience with a variety of teaching methods and classroom technology.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of student work and attendance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with technology and software including BlackBoard.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner.
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance.
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour.
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Grades and returns student work in a timely manner.
• Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course.
• Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course.
• Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction.
• Maintains regular office hours.
• Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom.
• Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching.
• Serves on college or department committees as needed.
• Attends professional development opportunities when possible.
• Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus.
• Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate.

Skills

Teaching methods

Innovative

Interpersonal skills

Record-keeping

Organization

Technology proficiency

Independent work

Communication skills

Student motivation

Education

Master's in English or related with 18 grad hrs in English

Tools

BlackBoard

Job description

This position is responsible for providing effective instruction for assigned courses.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
• Grades and returns student work in a timely manner
• Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course
• Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course
• Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction
• Maintains regular office hours
• Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom
• Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching
• Serves on college or department committees as needed
• Attends professional development opportunities when possible
• Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus
• Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate

Participates in graduation exercises

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning
• Be innovative, creative, motivated
• Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work well with others
• Able to maintain records accurately and be able to meet deadlines consistently
• Good organizational skills
• Knowledge of and efficiencywith technology and software including, computers, and web-based resources such as BlackBoard.
• Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential

Requirements:

Master's degree in English OR a Master's degree in a related field with 18 graduate semester hours in English

Preferences:

Twoyears of post-secondary teaching experience

Essential Personnel:

TBD