Instructor Of Applied Critical Thinking

Summary of Responsibilities

Faculty are professional educators who have the responsibility of fulfilling the organizational mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and educational philosophy, with a primary goal of providing a quality education for all students attending Highlands College. The relationship between the faculty member and the student is one of leader, teacher, adviser, mentor, and facilitator of learning. The faculty is committed to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring learning environment.

Specific

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide face-to-face instruction for courses in Critical Thinking and Decision Making and other courses that meet the need of the College that the instructor is qualified to teach. Teach an average load of 24-32 credit hours per academic year of assigned courses to meet program needs. Track student engagement and post student grades within a timeframe appropriate to the assignment and no later than 7 days from the assignment's due date. Provide encouraging, individualized, and constructive feedback, including rationale for point deductions and suggestions for improvement when appropriate. Post final grades by the set deadline. Develop curricula and deliver course material. Work with the Instructional Designer to prepare course syllabi and submit them to the Dean of Foundational Studies for review. Integrate elements of the Christian faith into lesson plans. Foster a culture of academic excellence. Take steps as necessary to maintain and increase faculty effectiveness. Assume a proper share of the overall functions of the faculty as assigned by the Dean of Foundational Studies or the Vice President of Academic Instruction. Respect the rights of students and hold students to their responsibilities. Attend faculty departmental and committee meetings. Attend chapel unless there is an institutional or exceptional personal obligation or unless the chapel is exclusively for students. Participate in events that are part of the regular academic calendar. Other

Duties and Responsibilities

Affirm the Statement of Faith and uphold the College's Core Values, exemplifying them by word and lifestyle. Cooperate with the administration and staff of the College in professional and personal relationships. Observe and uphold the policies and procedures of the College. Participate in the social, cultural, and spiritual life of the College community. Offer constructive suggestions for the College’s improvement. Be familiar with the contents of the Academic Catalog and the Team Handbook. Lead a small group at Highlands College or Church of the Highlands. Promote the mission, values, and vision of Church of the Highlands. Classroom Management Begin and end class on time. Notify the appropriate dean in the event of lateness to a class. Notify the appropriate dean in the case of illness and take appropriate steps to inform the class if the class will not meet. Assist in determining the official class roll. Maintain attendance records and uphold the attendance policy. Determine the overall decorum of the class, including discipline and order. Use approved online Learning Management Systems for all academic activities, including testing, grading, and attendance. Professional Practices Maintain established office hours and be available to faculty and students for formal consultations and informal mentoring. Hold membership(s) in relevant professional organizations. Commit to ongoing personal development to enhance instructional and technical skills. Participate in faculty responsibilities, including serving on committees and attending faculty meetings.