Funeral Service Instructor

supervision of the Academic Dean.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops the syllabus for each course assigned based on Pierce Mortuary College criteria. The syllabus is to include learning objectives expressed in behavioral terms.
• Provides the syllabus to the Academic Dean for review prior to distributing it to students before the first-class session.
• Teaches the depth and scope of class materials as outlined in the syllabus and catalog and relates the instruction to careers and employer expectations.
• Prepare and grades examinations based upon course objectives and published exam schedule and returns all assignments in a timely manner.
• Implement evaluation for outcomes assessment and achieve established results while maintaining college standards of student satisfaction.
• Faculty members are expected to assist on campus with clinical and restorative arts labs.
• Works creatively in all classes taught to discourage students from withdrawal and maintain satisfactory retention.
• Begin and end each class at the designated times, providing a full period of instruction.
• Provide tutorial assistance and academic advising to all students when needed.
• Leaves the classroom or laboratory clean, organized, and ready for the next user.
• Submits, at the designated time, final grades for all students on the class roster.
• Accurately maintains attendance records in accordance with the Attendance Policy, maintains a separate record of attendance and grades that are clearly labeled and posted electronically at the end of the term.
• Call all students who are absent and submit written reports of pertinent information to the Academic Dean.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development, graduation and other college events as required by the College.
• May need to travel to campuses based on larger events such as graduation and on campus requirements.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

SKILLS

• Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs.
• Teaching and facilitation skills.
• Ability to teach and control the behavior of students.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current education methodologies and techniques.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Graduate of an institution of funeral service education accredited by the American Board (ABFSE).
• Must hold current and valid state licenses as a funeral director and embalmer.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with students, staff, and community from diverse backgrounds and commitment to a culturally diverse work environment.
• Must obtain a Texas Funeral Director’s license within 90 days of hire.
• Perform on-campus clinical embalming in compliance with institutional guidelines and safety standards.
• Two years’ experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree preferred. Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or the ability to earn a master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university within five years of their initial appointment date.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a licensed funeral director and 2 years’ experience as an active embalmer is preferred.
• Teaching experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Light physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds or some standing or walking.
• Limited exposure to physical risk.