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Instructor Digital Communication - Full time Faculty Assignment

Job Description

 

We are currently seeking a Digital Communication Instructor who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.


The Opportunity


We’re looking for a professional like you to teach our students about the exciting world of digital communication.


Whichever area(s) of digital communication you have chosen to pursue professionally, you know that students educated in this field have a wide range of career options open to them. At HCC, we’re committed to preparing our students for great careers and assisting those who are already working in expanding their knowledge and skills.


Your professional experience makes you the ideal instructor because you can impart both on-the-job know-how and industry knowledge and expertise.


When you’re not teaching, you might be assisting students with opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) and careers; evaluating program curricula and/or practices; advising declared majors; or reviewing textbooks and learning materials.
If you’re excited about passing the torch of your expertise and skills to the next generation of digital communicators, your next step should be to submit your application today!

This is a security sensitive position.

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

SUMMARY

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service.

Faculty is expected to teach a full load each semester as defined in the Faculty Workload Guidelines. Demonstrate expertise and experience in classroom teaching. Faculty may be required to teach at various locations in the District; including, but not limited to, dual credit sections at partner school districts. Faculty may be assigned to teach in the modalities of face-to-face, hybrid, online (synchronous or asynchronous), or any combination of modalities.

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other relevant duties may be required.

 

 

Teaching:

Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline.

 

 

Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair.

 

 

Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.

 

 

Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.

 

 

Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.

 

 

Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.

Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs.

Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Where appropriate, assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories.

 

 

Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.

 

 

Advising:

Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.

 

 

Provide access to students through conferencing, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues.

 

 

Make presentations on a particular academic field or program - its subject matter, objectives, opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities), and opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) and careers, special clubs and activities available, support services, scholarships, etc.

 

 

Work with Chair to take on appropriate advising activities as needed by the College and Department. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines).

 

 

Professional Development:

Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair.

 

 

Keep pace with developments in the discipline.

 

 

Learn and apply technologies that support student learning. Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college.

 

 

Institutional and Community Service:

Maintain communication with Chair and Dean as appropriate. Support adjunct faculty.  Demonstrate teamwork within an interdisciplinary college division.

 

 

Promote programming within the department, across the District and in the larger community.

 

 

Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises.

 

 

Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities.

 

 

Actively participate in department, college or system meetings and/ or committees.

 

 

Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS.

 

 

Participate in college-related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special programs.

 

 

Participate in business and/or student activities and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of HCCS.

 

 

Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.

 

 

Participate  in  the  HCCS  planning  process  by  assisting  in  the  formulation  of departmental objectives and goals and in establishing budget priorities.

 

 

Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines and requirements of business/ industry, and higher education.

 

 

Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

 

EDUCATION

Associate’s degree required.   Bachelor’s degree or higher is preferred.

 

 

EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of related work experience in the field of digital communication and digital communication software applications is required.

 

 

Have current industry knowledge and experience in digital communication and experience and knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite

 

 

Experience in one or more of the following is required: multimedia production, graphic design, Web development, and/or digital photography.

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must provide resume and cover letter and a statement of teaching philosophy.

 

 

Must be able to teach day, evening, or weekend classes.

 

 

Must have working knowledge and skill in presentation software.

 

 

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