Instructor/Assistant Professor of English
The Instructor or Assistant Professor of English is responsible for providing high quality instruction in English. Responsibilities include teaching the equivalent of 15 credit hours per semester in such courses as Introduction to Composition, English Composition I, English Composition II (Lit), and other courses as qualifications and interests warrant.
Other professional responsibilities include academic support and advising, participating in departmental and College-wide governance structures to ensure the quality and integrity of the overall curriculum, participating in the assessment of student learning and course/program effectiveness, staying current in the discipline through involvement in appropriate professional development activities, and otherwise supporting the mission of the College by engaging in appropriate service activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):
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Teaches assigned courses in qualified discipline(s).
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In cooperation with other faculty, the administration, and community stakeholders, develops and implements a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students and is consistent with the College, Middle States accreditation, and state study and curriculum guidelines. In order to maximize student achievement, faculty will assess student abilities as related to desired educational goals and objectives.
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Participates in start-up activities, Graduation, and Phi Theta Kappa activities.
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Plans and employs a variety of appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities which are compatible with the physical facility but serves the needs and capabilities of the students. In order to provide a general environment conducive to the learning process, the faculty member will participate in the management of the behaviors of learners in the classroom and participate in the management of student behavior in other parts of the campus.
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Communicates to students (either in writing or verbally) instructional expectations, student progress or lack of progress.
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Actively participates in and works with college personnel in planning effective instructional goals, objectives, methods and curriculum. Exhibits a commitment and ability to participate in professional development activities and engage in professional, college, and community service.
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Provides academic support and advising to students including establishing and maintaining a schedule of office hours at times convenient to students.
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Participates in college governance by serving on various committees which may include joint, ad hoc, college, division and discipline committees.
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Participates in the recruitment, hiring and orientation of new faculty through participation on search committees and related division or departmental activities.
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Participates in the planning, development and ongoing work of affiliated partnerships, including the establishment of an Advisory Committee.
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Participates in professional growth and development activities including staff meetings, and in-service and staff development activities.
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Assists in the documentation of student progress by efficiently maintaining and submitting appropriate records and reports.
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Participates in ensuring that the classroom or instructional environment is healthful and safe and generally conducive to learning.
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Participates and belongs to educational/professional associations (within concentration) and participates in their activities within the scope of available funding.
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Takes attendance and keeps attendance registers, according to college policy.
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Ability and endurance necessary to work the hours needed to complete the job.
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Attendance at all mandatory meetings.
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Regular attendance.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Education and/or Experience: Preferred Education and Experience: Doctoral degree in English or closely related field and 3-5 years documented success in teaching English research and writing. Minimum Education and Experience: Master’s degree in English or closely related field and 1-2 years documented success in teaching English, research, and writing.
- Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to demonstrate effective teaching, learning and advising strategies. Knowledge of and experience with a variety of instructional technologies. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to establish positive relationships with students, faculty and staff.
- Mathematical Skills: Basic Skills, i.e. ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- Computer Skills: Knowledge and experience with applicable PC hardware and software including the Microsoft Office suite, e-mail, and internet browser. Ability to apply innovative technologies and strategies to enhance student learning.
- Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Criminal Background Clearance
- Other Qualifications: Knowledge of and commitment to the community college mission. Ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff and student body. Willingness to teach day, evening, weekend classes.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to write, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally have to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment is normally quiet to moderate in noise level.
Performance Standards: The performance is considered satisfactory when:
- Quality of teaching/student learning is maintained at a level established by the college.
- Student academic needs (remedial and proactive) are met fully and completely.
- Participation in governance activities promotes the principles and values of the college.
- Thorough knowledge of qualified discipline(s) is demonstrated in the classroom and other academic settings.
- Effective, cooperative work relationships are developed and maintained with students, staff and faculty.
- Faculty member participates in professional development and service activities.
Salary negotiable. Competitive benefit package. Priority consideration given to candidates submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts and contact information for 3 professional references.
Position is dependent on budget approval.
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
Executive Director of Human Resources
101 Community College Way
Johnstown, PA 15904
Priority consideration will be given to candidates whose material is received on or before May 13, 2009. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College is an Equal Opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its activities, programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504. |
