Job Summary
Teach material from approved curriculum and develop daily lesson plans including instructional aids. Participate in school retention initiatives by providing regular accurate and timely feedback to students and the school concerning academics behavior attendance etc. Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process. Complete professional development and in-service activities in accordance with college standards. Maintain expertise in subject area and recommend improvements in curriculum design. Provide instructional support to the chair dean and students.
Essential Functions
Instruct students in assigned face-to-face (day and evening) hybrid and online courses in accordance with the course syllabus and college policy Teach select dual credit courses which may include travel to local high school campuses Maintain professional relationships with students colleagues community and local industry partners Assure compliance with Federal guidelines and regulations Provide access to students through posted office hours electronic communication syllabus and other appropriate methods Participate in student advising and recruitment which may require offsite travel and evenings Attend advisory committee meetings Actively participate in the development administration and reporting of program assessment Submit required college reports forms and timely grading Stay current with trends and innovations in the field Continually improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing methodologies techniques and delivery methods including no-cost texts and course materials Plan and organize lectures utilize research and reference materials Develop syllabi and other learning aids Serve on departmental division and college-wide committees as requested by the Department Chair Division Dean Vice President of Instruction the President or designee Participate in graduation and other required official College functions Orient and mentor new full-time and part-time faculty Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity The person in this position frequently communicates with others verbally and electronically; must be able to exchange accurate information Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision and the ability to adjust focus The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus Operating welding machinery power tools and/or equipment Frequently moves boxes and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds Will include indoor and some outdoor work Noisy environment
Required Qualifications
Associates degree in Aviation Maintenance or a related field Federal Aviation Association Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic license Minimum of three years of work experience in industry Knowledge of all safety and environment standards & processes used in industry Computer literate with experience working with Microsoft Office Ability to communicate effectively both written and oral Must possess a valid Texas Drivers license good driving record and be insurable on Midland Colleges insurance policy
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience in a post-secondary and/or high school setting Industry recognized certifications Knowledge and use of Open Educational Resources ( OER ) Knowledge of Canvas