Instructor, Criminal Justice Occupational Extension

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Jamestown (NC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time Criminal Justice OE Instructor at Guilford Technical Community College to enhance student success through effective teaching and support. Responsibilities include creating learner-centered lesson plans, managing instructional activities, and collaborating with other staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in criminal justice and relevant teaching experience.

This position requires current certification as a General Instructor from the NC Criminal Justice Education Training and Standards Commission and offers opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant field experience in criminal justice.
• Adapt to changing procedures and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrate leadership skills in managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach learner-centered lesson plans.
• Maintain student records and comply with regulations.
• Assist students with registration and promote retention.

Skills

Multi-task

Effective communication

Technology implementation

Education

Current certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education Training and Standards Commission as a General Instructor

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field

Job description

Job Description

The part‑time Criminal Justice OE Instructor at Guilford Technical Community College will be responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, assisting in the development and/or presentation of courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. The instructor will prepare and teach in‑service and/or pre‑service Criminal Justice courses in accordance with the requirements of the college and the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education Training and Standards Commission and the North Carolina Sheriff's Training and Standards Commission. This position reports directly to the Program Director, Law Enforcement In‑Service and Pre‑Service Training.

Responsibilities

Teaching

• Develop and teach learner‑centered lesson plans.
• Employ teaching strategies and instructional materials for different learning styles.
• Incorporate current technology in classroom, distance learning, and laboratory environments.
• Create and model a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population.
• Prepare, distribute, and utilize instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate.
• Conduct appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate.

Professional Development

• Participate in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintain current credentials or licenses as required by program or accreditation.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies.

Administration

• Maintain classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment.
• Provide for the security of facilities, equipment, and instructional materials and maintain safe working conditions.
• Maintain student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology‑based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle).
• Comply with all applicable College, state, and federal rules and regulations.

Student Support

• Promote retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success.
• Assist students with the registration and graduation process.
• Refer students to campus and community resources when appropriate.
• Maintain student records.

College Service

• Collaborate with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules, and support student success.
• Participate in GTCC institutional initiatives.
• Collaborate with educational partners, business/industry, and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCC.
• Support collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation).
• Attend college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as required.
• Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility, and teamwork.
• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Required

• Current certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education Training and Standards Commission as a General Instructor.

Education Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education Training and Standards Commission as a Specialized Instructor.

Experience Required

Five years of relevant field experience in criminal justice (law enforcement, corrections, probation/parole, homeland security, etc.).

Experience Preferred

• Greater than five years of relevant field experience in criminal justice.
• Greater than two years of law enforcement training/teaching experience based on regulatory training standards.
• Community college teaching or training experience preferred.
• Experience with the assessment of student learning outcomes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) Required

• Multi‑task.
• Support the Vision and Mission of the College.
• Adapt to changing procedures, protocols, or assignments.
• Create and maintain a learner‑centered environment.
• Communicate effectively.
• Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) Preferred

• Leadership skills: demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Advanced certifications: additional certifications related to law enforcement and/or emergency services.
• Continuous improvement: commitment to ongoing professional development and improvement of training programs.

Department/Job Specific Requirements

• Physical requirements: hear and see; stand for extended periods (up to 4 hours); proficiency with computer and audio/video technologies used in the classroom.

Compliance Training

• Reporting requirements.
• Anti‑Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX.
• Safety/Shooter on Campus.
• Personal Information Protection Training (PIP).
• Ethics and Social Responsibility.

Physical Demands

• Criminal history checks and drug screening with acceptable results are required.
• Requires some evening and weekend hours.
• Must work at some off‑campus and community locations.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.