Salary: $47,650.00 Annually
Location : 2600 South First Street Temple, TX
Job Type: Full-Time (Faculty)
Job Number: 00325
Division: Natural Sciences
Department: Physical Science
Opening Date: 07/02/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Grade: Faculty
Work Schedule: Schedule to be determined by department chair in accordance with the Faculty Load Policy. This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.
Position Summary & Essential Duties
The following duties, responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.
SUMMARY:
Under general supervision from the departmental chair, the incumbent teaches courses as scheduled, cultivates a healthy teacher-student relationship, and engages the students in active learning. The incumbent will make recommendations regarding curriculum changes, text selection, and content revision. The instructor will perform administrative aspects of instruction in a timely manner.
Qualifications (Required and Preferred)
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS (Minimum Qualifications):
Master's Degree in Physics or Master's Degree in science-related field with 18 graduate semester hours in Physics.
PREFERRED EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS: Doctor's Degree in Physics, additional 18 hours of graduate work in a second teaching field a plus. Experience in the community college academic environment. Involvement in science education activities and science outreach.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will:
• Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships.
• Engage students in active learning.
• Develop clear and innovative syllabi and course material.
• Demonstrates professional written and oral skills in communications with students.
• Utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.
• Incorporates best practices.
• Maintain accessibility to students for advisement and consultation.
• Seek feedback to improve quality of teaching.
• Attend conferences, workshops, or programs to enhance professional growth.
• Participate in academic/professional organizations.
• Develop and implement innovative course content based on current pedagogy.
• Evidence a willingness to incorporate new concepts and theories to enhance professional growth.
• Integrate a diverse set of perspectives and ideas into course curriculum.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking to problem solve within the classroom, the department, and the institution.
• Demonstrate respect and professionalism with supervisors, colleagues, and students.
• Fosters collegiality within the department setting.
• Evidence timely completion of administrative aspects of instructional responsibilities.
• Participate in evaluation, recommendation, development, and/or revision of department instruction/curriculum.
• Contribute to growth of the college by active involvement on task forces or committees.
• Demonstrate participation in activities that contribute to the growth of the community.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Model computational and critical thinking skills in the classroom, committees, department, and the institution. SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION:
• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner. Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands
KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of pedagogical practices relevant to discipline.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and departmental strategies.
• Knowledge of the appropriate subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the respective discipline.
• Knowledge of standard lab practices and procedures. SKILLS:
• Possess effective communication skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Computer and programming skills.
• Effective use of Microsoft and/or Google tools. ABILITIES:
• Ability to provide effective teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Ability to engage students in the learning process.
• Ability to enable positive student learning outcomes
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment. PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Primarily light physical activity is required with occasional lifting and manipulation of objects up to 25 pounds. Keyboarding and computer use. Use of Audio/Visual equipment or equipment in an instructional setting. Use of lab equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is normally performed in an interior/office work environment. Travel to offsite centers may be required. Some field trips necessary.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Schedule to be determined by department chair in accordance with the Faculty Load Policy.
This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.
HOURS REQUIRED PER WEEK:
As determined by department chair.
TRS/ORP:
TRS or ORP
DIRECT SUPERVISOR:
Departmental Chair, John McClain, PhD.
TEMPLE COLLEGE BENEFITS
To enhance the employment opportunity you may be seeking, Temple College offers a competitive array of benefit options to select from, some of which are fully paid for by the college. Listed below is a summary of benefits currently offered for full-time employees. Part-time employees are eligible for specific benefits on a pro-rated basis.
MEDICAL AND OPTIONAL INSURANCE COVERAGE BENEFIT OPTIONS
The Medical and optional insurance coverage benefit options listed below are offered through Temple College by the Employees Retirement System (ERS) of Texas. Please visit ERS at for further information.
• MEDICAL:
Eligible full-time employees can choose from the following medical programs which begin the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment:
• HealthSelect of Texas "Blue Cross Blue Shield" (PPO)
• Consumer Directed HealthSelect "Blue Cross Blue Shield (HSA) Medical plans include prescription coverage. Employee medical coverage monthly premiums are fully paid for by the college and the college pays for one-half (1/2) of the cost of dependent care coverage monthly premiums.
• OPTIONAL BENEFITS: Dental (PPO and HMO), Vision, Optional Term Life Insurance, Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Dependent Term Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Texa$aver (457 plan), TexFlex-Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement.
Optional benefits are employee paid but are offered at very competitive rates.
ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS
• ANNUAL LEAVE ACCRUALS: Regular, full-time twelve (12) month faculty and staff accrue Annual Leave as follows:
• Years of Service : 0 through 5
• Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) = 8
• Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) = 96
• Years of Service: 6 through 10
• Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =10
• Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =120
• Years of Service: 10 plus years
• Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =12
• Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =144 Annual leave may be accrued up to a limit of 240 hours with special provisions allowing for annual accruals above that limit. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months do not accrue Annual Leave but are provided with 20 hours of personal time per fiscal year.
• SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS: Faculty and Administrative Staff: Accruals of 8 hours per month. Sick Leave may be accrued up to a limit of 1040 total hours. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months will receive accruals during the summer semester if they instruct during that time.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• HOLIDAYS: Recognized college holidays . click apply for full job details
Date Posted: 19 December 2024
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