Instructor Biological Clinical Science

Position Summary

The Instructor is responsible for the instruction and management of assigned classes. This position remains current in their discipline and engages in department and college-wide committees and assignments. The Instructor will be assigned a full-load (15 credit hours) of courses each semester. This position is allowed to teach two classes for overload per semester. Over two classes for overload is rare and requires approval of Dean and Provost.

Essential Job Duties

• Provide quality instruction which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college – approved curriculum and resources.
• Develop a course syllabus for each class taught, using the approved course abstract and syllabus template.
• Incorporate pedagogical strategies such as active learning, authentic and problem-based activities, and other successful teaching strategies into classroom instruction.
• Foster a positive classroom learning environment by presenting information in a way that is inclusive to all learners, including the assurance of section 508 accessibility.
• Present course content in an unbiased and civil manner, while demonstrating respect, helpfulness, and responsiveness toward students. This includes holding a minimum of five office hours per week in a way that is convenient to students in both format and modality.
• Participate in required number of hours of professional development each year, ten of which must focus on fostering teaching improvement.
• Demonstrate reflective practice, including assessment of student learning. This includes ongoing formative assessments, as well as official departmental assessment.
• Actively participate in department and division meetings, events, and initiatives
• Mentor adjunct instructors in their academic department or program area, as needed.
• Assist in textbook and course material selection.
• Participate in curriculum development and work with advisory committees, as needed.
• Provide accurate and appropriate academic advising.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including participating in commencement, attending college functions, serving on committees and attending community events.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Preferred Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Working at Ozarks Technical Community College Provides Great Benefits

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT :   (The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)

Environment :  Work is performed primarily in a standard office, classroom, and laboratory setting with frequent interruptions and distractions. Requires extended periods of time viewing computer monitor or standing; may require adjustment of schedule to include some evening and / or weekends; may encounter occasional exposure to inclement weather during travel.

Physical : Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office, classroom, and laboratory setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to lift, carry, push, and / or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.