"Part-Time Adjunct Instructor - Diesel"

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

Application Pool Notice
Laredo College continuously accepts applications for part-time (adjunct) instructors to create a pool of candidates for each session/semester. Applications will be reviewed and positions will be filled based on department needs. Applications received for this pool will remain active for one year.

Position Requirements
Upon employment, candidate must reside in the state of Texas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide instruction and monitor teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair, and/or Dean of Workforce Education, Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs and in which the instructor has appropriate qualifications. Use up-to-date discipline and pedagogical skills to ensure active participation and learning by students.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

1. Stay current of changes that occur in discipline. Participate in departmental initiatives to infuse changes into curriculum. Participate in interdisciplinary discussions which are directed at improving student learning and evaluating core competencies curriculum.
2. Prepare for first day of class, distribute syllabi which informs students about course and grading requirements, absence policy, and other pertinent information for each course assigned.
3. Prepare, administer, and grade assignments and examinations in a timely manner to inform students about their progress and to provide opportunities which will allow students to succeed.
4. Maintain ASE Diesel certifications in areas to be taught.
5. Use Canvas as the LMS and Gradebook.
6. Provide a safe environment for students and be responsible for the security of assigned equipment, materials, and classrooms.
7. Encourage use of support services by students. Collaborate with support services staff to ensure that appropriate information is being shared and discussed.
8. Teach day, evening, and Duals as required. Meet all assigned classes on time in the assigned rooms or lab and be available to students 15 minutes before and after class.
9. Respond to requests for information from the Dean or Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs.
10. Follow procedures related to the Registration Office, including grade reports and deadlines; attendance record reports; withdrawal deadlines; class changes; and time and room scheduling.
11. Counsel students and notify student counselors of frequent absences, failures, or required make-up work.
12. Substitute for colleagues when necessary.
13. Promote the Colleges Programs and curricula.
14. Follow the academic calendar and other policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees.
15. Perform other duties assigned by the Department Chair and/or Dean of Workforce Education, or Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses/Skills

NOTICE: Required Documents
To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your resume and unofficial transcript(s). If recommended for this position an official transcript(s) will be required. In addition, if a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license/certificate.

Required:

• Candidate must have High School Diploma or GED.
• ASE Diesel Certification with major in teaching field.
• 5 Years work experience in the teaching field.
• ASE Diesel Certification in area of instruction.

Preferred:

• ASE Master Diesel Certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Should have an excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Should be able to work with various types of audio/visual equipment and software.
• Should have a good working knowledge of maintaining student records and dealing with sensitive information.

Additional Information

Supervision Received
Department Chair, Dean of Workforce Education

Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a standard office environment.
Work inside a well-lighted and air-conditioned area most of the time.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Safety
Required to work safely and follow safety rules.
Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.
Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Special Conditions
Immediate supervisor may assign other duties.
May be required to work outside regular working hours, as needed.
May be required to work at a different college work site or campus as needed.

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