TERM INSTRUCTOR, DIESEL (TEMPORARY FULL-TIME TERM POOL)

Del Mar College Testing Center; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

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Position Information

Posting Number: F0247

This position is open to: Open to All Applicants

Job Title: TERM INSTRUCTOR, DIESEL

Department: Faculty

Employment Status: Term

Open Date: 02/03/2021

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Effective Date of Employment:

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary: The purpose of this position is to teach assigned courses per regular semester that could include online courses and/or dual-credit/early college classes. Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the teaching discipline. Teach assigned courses in a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need. Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction. Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes. Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.

Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes within the College grade and grade appeals procedures. Review, evaluate, recommend, and effectively use student learning materials. Provide students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between student and instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods, and schedule of work. Maintain a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning. Hold scheduled, posted virtual or physical office hours of at least one (1) hour daily and be available for and encourage conferences with students so there is a clearer understanding of the students’ work and the possibility of improvement. Assist in academic advising of declared majors. Assist with marketing programs and recruiting students. Participate in the self-evaluation process. Establish goals and objectives which may include personal and professional development plans in consultation with the department chair. Maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement activities.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the field of Diesel Applied Technology. Ability to plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus/outline provided to ensure course content and objectives are met. Ability to utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate diverse learning styles of students. Successful experience utilizing instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources, and other appropriate media in instruction.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree in Diesel Technology and three (3) years of work experience in the Diesel field OR High School Diploma and 8 years of work experience in the Diesel field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in teaching. ASE Certification. Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds. Successful college teaching experience. Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success. Knowledge of a learning college and/or knowledge of learning communities. Experience teaching college-level online courses and/or documented successful training in a college online learning management system (e.g. Blackboard, Canvas).

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The College is committed to diversity in its workforce.

Job Duties:

• Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction.
• Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes.

Supplemental Questions:

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have an Associate’s degree in Diesel Technology and three (3) years of work experience in the Diesel field OR High School Diploma and 8 years of work experience in the Diesel field?
  • Yes, I have an Associate’s degree in Diesel Technology and three years of work experience in the Diesel field (Submission of transcript(s) is required).
  • Yes, I have a High School Diploma and 8 years of work experience in the Diesel field.
  • No, I do not have the related education and/or work experience.

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents:

• Transcripts