Instructor, Astronomy

Description

• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
• conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate

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

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

• addressing student concerns in a timely manner
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

• Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Master’s degree in Astronomy or a related field (e.g., Planetary Science, Astrophysics) from a regionally accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hour credits in Astronomy

• Doctoral degree in Astronomy or related field from a regionally accredited university

• Post-secondary teaching experience in Astronomy.

• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems
• Community college teaching experience

• Reporting Requirements
• Anti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX
• Safety/Shooter on Campus
• Personal Information Protection Training ( PIP )
• Ethics and Social Responsibility
• eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching
• eLearning Level Two in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format

• Criminal history checks with acceptable results, are required.
• May include teaching day and evening and/or weekend hours