Sociology Instructor (FAC2888) In Person

Hutchinson Community College•Hutchinson, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time faculty position teaching assigned courses in Sociology or Social Sciences on campus. Teaching assignments may include teaching via alternative delivery systems such as online. The role involves creating and maintaining a positive educational climate, planning and implementing supplementary activities, and assisting with curriculum development and administrative tasks. The position also requires participation in faculty development, serving on committees, and maintaining student records. Advising, mentoring, and sponsoring student activities are secondary responsibilities. The position is nine months annual, benefit eligible, and exempt, with due process rights eligible.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Sociology or related field required.
Evidence of effective teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
Incorporate study skills, adult learning theory, and teaching/learning strategies to improve student persistence and retention.
Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, faculty and other HutchCC stakeholders.
Plan, revise, and update curricula.
Communicate effectively with individuals from various ethnic, racial, socioeconomic, gender and disabilities populations.
Maintain confidentiality in a student-centered environment.
Attentive to detail, to accurately follow written and oral instructions, and to work independently.
Excellent organizational skills and willingness to collaborate.
Excellent written, verbal and listening communication skills.
Understand words and respond effectively and appropriately.
Visual acuity to view a computer terminal.
Use appropriate judgment and to apply tact and courtesy in difficult situations.
Light/indoor work environment.
Ability to learn and comprehend basic instructions about the position.
Physical and mental qualifications must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.

Nice To Haves

Evidence of effective teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses in Sociology or Social Sciences on campus.
Teaching assignments may include teaching via alternative delivery systems such as online.
Create and maintain a positive educational climate designed to enhance learning and motivation.
Plan, implement, and sponsor appropriate activities to supplement instruction.
Assist in selecting textbooks, developing curricula, completing reports, tracking and entering assessment data.
Maintain evaluation and attendance records as requested by the department and/or Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Maintain skills in teaching methods and course development as recommended by HutchCC.
Participate, as possible, in faculty development activities at the college and within state and regional organizations.
Serve actively on institutional committees.
Maintain records and files as requested by the department and/or Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position.
Comply with HutchCC policies, procedures, and practices.
May advise prospective and enrolled students in the appropriate curricula.
May mentor honors students.
May sponsor co-curricular activities such as student clubs.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chairperson or the Vice President of Academic Affairs or as specified in the local Master Agreement.