PT Religion Instructor

Johnston Community College•Main Campus - Smithfield, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide instruction in assigned class(es) in coordination with your Director of Programs and established course model syllabus/syllabi. Create a learning and teaching environment for students in accordance with the educational objectives of the college. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Ability to demonstrate competence in areas expected to teach
Ability to plan, organize and instruct quality educational programs
Ability to communicate effectively with adult learners and to maintain good relationships with staff and students.
Ability to exercise individual initiative, independent actions, and sound judgment
Master of Divinity or religious studies, or master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline.
One year of teaching experience in a post-secondary environment, preferably at a community college.
Experience working with the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students.
Effective written and verbal communication skills are required.
Ability to perform basic math computations including adding, subtracting, multiplying and averaging all units of measure. Ability to compute fractions, percents and decimals.
Ability to use effective critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills.
Proficient in a Windows environment and have knowledge of email systems, Powerpoint, Blackboard and online lab environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience at a community college
Specific experience with online instruction and educational technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned classes
Create an effective learning environment
Meet classes as assigned
Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course
Maintain accurate attendance and scholastic records of students
Use teaching methods designed for a variety of learning styles
Use course text, outlines, syllabi and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and departmental guidelines
Assist with maintaining a classroom environment emphasizing safety, good housekeeping, and equipment security
Participate in communications with the college and department and meet deadlines as required
Submit required reports
Participate in the college's assessment process
Fulfill all contract provisions
Maintain a high level of professionalism as a representative of the college