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Job Status :   Part Time, Contract
Company :   Temple College
Posting Date :   December 1
Closing Date :   OPEN
Relevant Experience :   0 Year(s)
Number of Positions :   1
Salary :   $38,750.00
Location :   Temple, Texas
Category :   Academia and Education
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Temple College

Geographic Information Systems Instructor

Required Qualifications

Certificate Program Courses; Certification or higher in the teaching discipline and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline, with one (1) year experience in field. Must meet criteria specified by appropriate accrediting body.

Essential Duties

Under general supervision from the departmental chair, the incumbent teaches courses as scheduled, cultivates a healthy teacher-student relationship, and engages the students in active learning. The incumbent will make recommendations regarding curriculum changes, text selection, and content revision. The instructor will perform administrative aspects of instruction in a timely manner.

Position Information

Position Title Geographic Information Systems Instructor
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Position Summary

Under general supervision from the departmental chair, the incumbent teaches courses as scheduled, cultivates a healthy teacher-student relationship, and engages the students in active learning. The incumbent will make recommendations regarding curriculum changes, text selection, and content revision. The instructor will perform administrative aspects of instruction in a timely manner.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will:

-Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships.
-Engage students in active learning.
-Develop clear and innovative syllabi and course material.
-Utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.
-Incorporates best practices.
-Maintain accessibility to students for advisement and consultation.
-Seek feedback to improve quality of teaching.
-Attend conferences, workshops, or programs to enhance professional growth.
-Participate in academic/professional organizations.
-Develop and implement innovative course content based on current pedagogy.
-Evidence a willingness to incorporate new concepts and theories to enhance professional growth.
-Integrate a diverse set of perspectives and ideas into course curriculum.
-Demonstrate respect and professionalism with supervisors, colleagues, and students.
-Fosters collegiality within the department/division.
-Evidence timely completion of administrative aspects of instructional responsibilities.
-Participate in evaluation, recommendation, development, and/or revision of department instruction/curriculum.
-Contribute to growth of the college by active involvement on task forces or committees.
-Demonstrate participation in activities that contribute to the growth of the community.
-Perform job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

The incumbent must possess the ability to engage students in the learning process. The incumbent must possess knowledge of:
-Principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
-Teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
-The assessment of student learning outcomes.
-Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems and the application of the subject matter.
-Relevant equipment, policies procedure, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operation for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
-Effective communication strategies, verbal and written in dealing with students and other involved parties.
-Working with a diverse population.

Preferred Qualifications

GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional) and ESRI proficiency.

Physical Demands

Physical Effort:

Primarily light physical activity is required with occasional lifting and manipulation of objects up to 25 pounds but may require intermittent lifting of objects up to 40 pounds.

Working Conditions:

Work is normally performed in an interior/office work environment.

Work Schedule

This is a part-time Faculty position available on Tuesday and Thursday.
The work schedule and start date will be negotiated.

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