English Instructor

Georgia Department of Revenue•Statesboro, GA

About The Position

The English Instructor provides course instruction for Ogeechee Technical College’s General Education Department in English, Literature, and Composition. The instructor develops learning activities aligned with course Student Learning Outcomes, prepares course materials and syllabi, and uses Blackboard to facilitate and support student learning. The role evaluates student progress and learning outcomes, establishes a classroom environment conducive to learning, advises students, and supports program recruitment, enrollment, and retention. The instructor also maintains instructional supplies and equipment, submits student-related documentation on time, ensures compliance with institutional and accreditation standards, participates in committees and other projects, and engages in professional development. Teaching assignments are based on earned degrees, work experience, and SACSCOC Faculty Credential Guidelines. The instructor may teach face-to-face, hybrid, or online and may be required to travel to and teach at any Ogeechee Technical College location. Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is open until filled. A pre-employment criminal background investigation, education verification, and reference checks are required; some positions may also require a motor vehicle record search, credit history check, or drug screen.

Requirements

Master’s degree in English; an MS in Education focused on teaching English typically does not qualify.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong commitment to student-success initiatives.
Three years of experience working or teaching in the field.
Faculty must meet credential requirements for assigned courses and applicable accrediting bodies.

Nice To Haves

Prior college-level teaching experience with evidence of effective, student-centered instructional practices.
Experience developing and delivering academic courses in both online and traditional modalities.

Responsibilities

Prepare weekly learning-activity plans aligned with established Student Learning Outcomes for each course.
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and knowledge of current procedures in course content.
Review and finalize course syllabi using department- and program-provided templates.
Review and finalize Blackboard courses used to facilitate and support student learning.
Evaluate students’ progress in attaining Student Learning Outcomes.
Request and maintain supplies and equipment needed to support the learning environment.
Submit required documentation, including final grades, attendance records, and other student information, in a timely manner.
Ensure compliance with institutional, TCSG, and accreditation standards.
Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
Advise students on academic and occupational curricula.
Assess student learning outcomes and program outcomes.
Participate in program recruitment, enrollment, and retention activities.
Assist with requesting and maintaining instructional equipment and classroom or laboratory supplies through the budget process.
Participate in committees and department, college, and community projects.
Participate in professional development to enhance instructional skills and knowledge of learning.