Diesel Technology Instructor

Fort Hays Tech | North Central•Beloit, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for providing leadership and direction in theory and laboratory activities of the specific instructional components relating to the student’s educational goals. Instructors develop curricula and materials that respond to the workplace competencies for employment as an outcome for students. The instructor is directly responsible to the Dean of Instruction. General responsibilities include academic instruction with students, advising students, planning, leadership, and professional involvement including professional associations and community service.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) required
An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field required, depending on the field
Master’s Degree in the field or Master’s Degree plus 18 graduate hours in the field for General Education Instructors
2 years of work experience in the specific occupational field
Required knowledge in the operation of related instructional equipment
Desire to teach students through the teaching-learning process
Knowledgeable of the availability of teaching-learning resources
Good oral/verbal communication skills
Basic computer knowledge/skills required
Employment is dependent on a pre-employment background screening

Responsibilities

Academic instruction with students
Advising students
Planning
Leadership
Professional involvement including professional associations and community service
Aware of legal responsibilities and limitations for self and students
Assists in curriculum development and evaluation
Reviews and makes recommendations in the selection of textbooks and teaching aids
Counsels students and, when necessary, refer students to other resources for assistance
Assists in the recruitment of students
Participates in department faculty meetings as a member
Organizes advisory committee meetings as an ex-officio member
Keeps the classrooms, shops, and laboratories in order
Assists in planning annual budget requests
Strives to maintain good public relations
Enforces College policies
Assists with the evaluation of internship placements
Promotes student development
Maintains student progress and records
Evaluates student performance
Monitors the need for changing program specialization to ensure the curriculum is current and appropriate
Accurately assesses student learning in a timely manner
Review relevant areas of the website and recommend changes to your supervisor
Demonstrate a daily commitment to Fort Hays Tech North Central Tech’s Mission, Vision, and Values
Other duties as assigned by the President or designee