JOB SUMMARY
Instructors provide quality instruction that supports student learning and fosters a positive learning environment in the classroom. The primary responsibility of instructors is teaching and evaluating students in their courses. Instruction is delivered on-site throughout the college’s five-county service area and may also be offered through online teaching formats. Instructors communicate with students outside of class and are responsible for a variety of administrative duties, including…
committee work, assessment, registration, and advising.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICIATIONS
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution in English or a closely related field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in qualifying coursework, which may include Reading, Writer’s Workshop, Composition I, Composition II, Literature, dual enrollment or related areas.
- Valid driver’s license.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Plan and teach classes as assigned in accordance with course descriptions, course syllabi, departmental guidelines, and approved instructional formats, including on-site instruction throughout the college’s five-county service area and online delivery as applicable.
- Fulfill all instructional requirements required by Cleveland State Community College and the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR).
- Remain current in the instructional field and in effective teaching methodologies.
- Devote a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution, maintain appropriate office hours, and obtain approval for any commitments that may affect employment responsibilities.
- Be accessible to students for advising, academic assistance, and support based on the instructional format.
- Participate in institutional and academic unit meetings.
- Maintain and safeguard all required records and report grades as prescribed by the Registrar.
- Comply with Cleveland State Community College and Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) policies and procedures.
- Participate in division, student, and academic year evaluations as required by the college.
- Support and participate in the college’s recruitment and retention efforts.
