Full-time Faculty, Mathematics

Dallas College•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Faculty at Dallas College are expected to perform duties outlined in the formal Job Description, adhere to policies and procedures established by the Dallas College Board of Trustees, and comply with state and federal policy. Dallas College seeks faculty committed to excellence, continuous student learning, and effective teaching, who are competent in their discipline, innovative, and dedicated to personal growth and ongoing assessment. They should demonstrate commitment to the community college mission, work effectively with diverse populations, communicate effectively, foster collegiality, and uphold high ethical standards and academic honesty. Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served over three million students. It is one of the largest community college systems in Texas, comprising seven campuses in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Dallas College aims to be a leader in the community college space, prioritizing students and fostering an environment of opportunity and belonging for all. The institution is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity system, providing education and employment without discrimination based on protected attributes. Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for religious practices, beliefs, and mental or physical disability needs.

Requirements

Strive for excellence, are committed to continuous student learning, and demonstrate passion and skill in effective teaching and learning facilitation
Competent in their discipline and innovative in their approach to learning
Committed to personal growth and the on-going assessment and evaluation of their teaching
Demonstrate a commitment to the mission and philosophy of the community college and to working effectively with diverse populations
Committed to effective communication with others and fostering an atmosphere of collegiality
Demonstrate and promote high ethical standards and academic honesty
Master’s degree or higher in the teaching discipline or Master’s degree or higher with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline)
One year of demonstrated teaching experience
Official transcript will be required
Subject to a criminal background check
Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check
Regular and predictable attendance

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual preferred

Responsibilities

Teach students in assigned classes in accordance with course descriptions and/or learning outcomes, the course syllabus, and institutional policies and procedures
Provide students with a syllabus that includes required institutional policies, course objectives, materials, and methods of evaluation
Provide a workload schedule showing teaching and office hours
Certify student attendance in classes by the established deadlines
Maintain accurate and complete course records
Submit final grades by the established deadlines
Communicate with and provide feedback to students in a timely fashion
Develop course curriculum and instructional materials (individually or collaboratively)
Use knowledge of diverse communities and skill sets to diversify teaching methods and delivery of content in instruction
Provide effective instruction to facilitate student learning in all classes taught
Evaluate and assess student learning on a regular basis in all classes taught
Participate in assessment activities at course, department, college, and district levels to assist students in achieving designated course objectives or learning outcomes
Use appropriate technologies to enhance classroom or online instruction and to achieve established course objectives or learning outcomes
Regularly evaluate teaching methods and use data to continually improve instructional strategies
Support the mission and goals of the college and the strategic priorities of the Board
Serve on departmental, college, and/or district committees
Attend scheduled discipline, department, division, and college meetings
Participate in the review of curricula and selection of instructional materials within the discipline or department
Participate in required program reviews and the achievement of departmental goals
Comply with all required college-level and program-level accreditation standards
Discuss program, career, or transfer options and other college services with students to support informed academic decisions
Attend required assembly/convocation and commencement/graduation ceremonies
Perform other duties mutually agreed upon in consultation with supervisor
Maintain knowledge and competence in the appropriate academic discipline or workforce field
Maintain any required professional certification or licensure in the appropriate academic or technical discipline, where appropriate
Remain current with technological and pedagogical advances that promote continuous improvement of student learning
Participate in a variety of professional development activities
Participate in one's own performance review and evaluation