Business Instructor

Business Name: Dodge City Community College

Email: jalvarado@dc3.edu

Job Title: Business Instructor

Short Description: Under the general supervision of the Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Business Instructor will teach a variety of business classes and engage in a variety of learning support and instructional/institutional practices; mentor students by providing a positive and encouraging environment for learning; identify and implement assessment measures to achieve course, program, and college learning outcomes; work collaboratively within the Social Science Division; and serve on various college committees.

Base salary is determined based on the matrix outlined in the Faculty Negotiated Agreement considering credentials and experience.

ONLY APPLICATIONS including CV/Resume, cover letter, courses taught, statement of teaching philosophy, and transcripts will be considered!

Dodge City Community College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination in hiring and employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, ancestry or national origin.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category: Accounting & Finance, Education & Childcare

How to Apply: https://dc3.edu/employment-page/

Job Open Date: December 11, 2024

Full Description: Essential Functions/Responsibilities
To understand and commit to the Mission of the College ~ To provide challenging and diverse opportunities for the pursuit of learning and to enhance personal and community development in a responsible, accessible and learner-centered environment.
Faculty employment in accord with the current Negotiated Agreement.
Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques and delivery methods, and remain current on discipline-specific and pedagogical issues.
Support the college initiative to enhance the student learning experience by reviewing, evaluating, revising, developing, and implementing effective and relevant instructional technology in the classroom such as institutional LMS, e-texts, video platforms, and relevant soft wares.
Review, evaluate, revise, develop, and implement program curriculum within the department to assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, requirements of business/industry, and/or higher education regulatory agencies.
Prepare syllabi and learning materials for classroom within college discipline, divisional and institutional guidelines.
Teach an instructional load which may consist of day/night classes, various modalities and locations.
Facilitate learning activities in courses such as, but not limited to: Introduction to Business, Introduction to Accounting, Personal Finance, Principles of Management, Marketing, and Business and Economic Statistics.
Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
Attend and participate in department and division meetings, institutional committees, and activities required to maintain program and/or college accreditation standards.
Assist in the articulation of courses with secondary and post-secondary institutions.
Organize and maintain appropriate scholastic records for students and submit reports as required to the Records Office and appropriate administrative offices.
Participate in assessment of student learning.
Assist, as requested, with the development of the term class schedule and the college catalog.
Serve on college committees
Other duties as assigned.

The above job description supersedes all previous descriptions. This description is intended to be a tool to describe the primary purpose of the job and the Essential Functions and Responsibilities. The job description may not be inclusive of all duties and job responsibilities. Administration has the right to add to or change the job responsibilities to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods at any time.

Required Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in Psychology or a Master’s degree in related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Psychology.
Teaching experience in secondary and/or post-secondary levels.
Ability to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work with groups, organizations, and institution.
Computer skills and ability to use current technologies for course delivery.
Must maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications in an additional discipline/content area.
Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Physical Requirements: With or without assistance
Ability to understand written and oral instructions.
Able to sit and stand for extend periods of time.
Able to lift 20 lbs. and carry short distances.
Ability to move around in the classroom assisting students as needed.
Work in typical office conditions.

Building Assignment
Humanities