Instructor, Philosophy (Tenure Track)

Lewis-and-Clark-Community-College; North Alton (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis & Clark Community College is seeking a dedicated philosophy instructor to teach courses and assess student learning outcomes, including Introduction to Philosophy, Logic, Ethics, and Contemporary Moral Problems. You will promote learner-centered instruction and collaborate on curriculum improvements.

The role requires working with colleagues to evaluate courses and programs, supporting online, hybrid, evening, and web-delivered formats, and mentoring adjunct faculty while advancing the

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in philosophy.
• Two years of teaching experience in philosophy (preferably at the community college level).
• Demonstrated commitment to our community college mission.
• Knowledge of Blackboard Ultra or other course management software.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess student learning outcomes in philosophy courses.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum evaluation and improvement.
• Promote learner-centered scheduling including evening, off-campus, web-delivered, and blended formats.
• Develop and revise courses and programs in collaboration with colleagues.
• Participate in course-level, program-level, and institution-level assessment.
• Mentor and support adjunct faculty.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to College initiatives.
• Support the College Mission, Vision, and Purposes.

Skills

Learner-centered instruction

Curriculum assessment

Course development

Education

Master's degree in philosophy

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Job description

Teach and assess student learning outcomes in philosophy courses. In collaboration with colleagues, responsible for ongoing curriculum evaluation and improvement including continuous course and program assessment.

• Learner-Centered Instruction: Teach such courses as Introduction to Philosophy, Fundamentals of Logical Reasoning, Contemporary Moral Problems (Ethics), Biomedical Ethics, and Eastern Philosophy. Continuously assess student learning to maintain and improve course and program curriculum and instruction. Promote learner-centered scheduling, including evening courses, off-campus courses, web-enhanced, blendflex/hyflex, and web-delivered courses.
• Curriculum Development: Develop and/or revise courses(s) and programs in collaboration with colleagues.
• Assessment: Participate in course-level, program-level, and institution-level assessment.
• Technology: Integrate instructional technology as appropriate in the listed disciplines, including online deliver, blendflex/hyflex, and web-enhanced course components that meet student needs.
• Involvement: Support College-wide initiatives and serve on committees. Mentor and support adjunct faculty.
• Professional Development: Initiate and maintain active participation in professional development opportunities in content area and in teaching effectiveness.
• Philosophy: Continually strive to achieve the College Mission, Vision, and Purposes.

• Master’s degree in philosophy.
• Two years of teaching experience in philosophy (preferably at the community college level).
• Demonstrated commitment to our community college mission.

• Knowledge of Blackboard Ultra or other course management software.

Lewis & Clark Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affimative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, LCCC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. It is also the policy of the College to prohibit and form of harassment based on an individual’s protected status, such as gender, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or other protected.