Instructor 9M English

Wake Technical Community College • Northern Wake Campus, NC

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About The Position

This position is responsible for providing effective instruction for assigned courses. The instructor will guide the class, maintain accurate records, prepare thoroughly for each instructional hour, and foster a safe and orderly learning environment. Responsibilities include grading student work, counseling students on their progress, developing classroom materials, and designing curriculum. The role also involves maintaining office hours, staying current with teaching methods and technology, using assessment techniques to improve learning, and potentially serving on college or department committees. Communication with other instructors to ensure course relevance and participation in graduation exercises are also part of the role.

Requirements

• Master's degree in English OR a Master's degree in a related field with 18 graduate semester hours in English
• A cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application.
• Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning
• Be innovative, creative, motivated
• Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work well with others
• Able to maintain records accurately and be able to meet deadlines consistently
• Good organizational skills
• Knowledge of and efficiency with technology and software including, computers, and web-based resources such as BlackBoard.
• Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential

Nice To Haves

• Two years of post-secondary teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
• Grades and returns student work in a timely manner
• Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course
• Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course
• Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction
• Maintains regular office hours
• Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom
• Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching
• Serves on college or department committees as needed
• Attends professional development opportunities when possible
• Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus
• Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate
• Participates in graduation exercises

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer
• Values our workforce
• Committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County
• Committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community
• Strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building
• Care deeply about supporting each employee's professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level