Instructor/Assistant Professor of Geology

Georgia Highlands College•Rome, GA

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About The Position

Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor's degree options both in the classroom and online. We are a growing and progressive institution with opportunities for great employees to grow in a fast-paced and challenging work environment that encourages employee wellness and overall success. Our combined efforts at GHC have led to numerous awards, honors, and countless stories of success for students and employees. This includes our most recent honor of being recognized as one of the semifinalists for the 2023 and 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The faculty member's primary responsibilities are preparing for and delivering excellent instruction, providing academic advising, and contributing to the college through ongoing service.

Requirements

Must have at least a master's degree in geology or a closely related field.
Knowledge of Board of Regents policies
Knowledge of University System of Georgia policies
Knowledge of institutional policies and procedures
Knowledge of course scheduling procedures
Knowledge of college human resource policies
Skill in the preparation of clear and accurate reports
Skill in the analysis of problems and development and implementation of solutions
Skill in oral and written communication
Skill in technology skills appropriate to the job
Ability to use D2L
Ability to demonstrate competence and high-quality teaching of courses in required discipline
Ability to create and maintain a collegial environment that promotes student learning
Ability to communicate effectively
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Attach unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment.

Responsibilities

Support and carry out the college's mission, values, and strategic priorities in compliance with the mandates and regulations of the University System of Georgia and all associated accrediting agencies
Teach 30 credit hours or equivalent per year as assigned (day, evening, or weekend)
Teach appropriate laboratory sections (if required) as assigned and assist with the preparation of materials and exams as needed
Maintain timely and proper communication with students, faculty, and staff of the college via phone, email, and other electronic means
Manage courses through systematic use of appropriate syllabi and accurate, professional records of students¿ class performance, attendance, and grades
Announce and keep regular office hours in accordance with college policy
Adopt and implement common course objectives as prescribed by the division and the discipline
Regularly review and update instructional materials based on new information, research, or discoveries in the discipline or in pedagogical approaches to teaching in the discipline
Engage in the evaluation and revision of division/school curricula; ensure assessment activities are conducted in a timely manner
Participate in regular training for advising of students; advise students in a manner consistent with college policy and NACADA best practices
Participate in extended work of the college through acceptance and pursuit of assignments to committees of the college or faculty, student organizations, and division or school-specific work
Attend division and school meetings, full faculty meetings, town hall meetings, required training, and graduation
Demonstrate meaningful service to the community and to the profession
Pursue continued professional development in teaching areas, technological applications for the classroom, and innovations and enhancements in teaching and learning