Senior Institute Instructor

DEPARTMENT:
Continuing Education

STATUS:
This is a temporary non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course-by-course contract basis.

PAY RANGE:
Pay is determined by Continuing Education

FLSA:
Exempt

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner for successful student learning outcomes
• Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies
• Remains current in practices trends and research related to areas of assignment
• Maintains attendance records and submits completed rosters to the Continuing Education Center
• Meets all assigned classes and makes alternative arrangements for the class when absence is unavoidable
• Uses available equipment and materials to develop appropriate and effective teaching methods to facilitate student learning
• Provides quality customer service and works professionally and collaboratively with students staff public potential students and the College community
• Creates and maintains a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintains effective working relationships. Fosters positive student and community relations
• Submits completed liability and evaluation forms as applicable
• Works professionally with Continuing Education staff to aid in the educational process
• Follows policies and guidelines established in the Continuing Education Instructor Handbook
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Reports to the Director of Continuing Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education Policy 730 requires the following minimum qualifications for faculty in career and technical disciplines:

• Three years experience in the occupation to be taught OR
• An equivalent number of years of postsecondary education in the career/technical field combined with work experience in the career/technical discipline AND
• Teaching competency

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Competency in the use of computer and presentation software

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to effectively teach content material using a variety of instructional methods to facilitate student learning
• Competency in the use of computer and presentation software and proficient computer skills and understanding of Microsoft Office programs
• Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community
• Demonstrated skill in creating and managing a work climate of collaboration collegiality and teamwork
• Ability to provide quality service and create a welcoming and supportive environment
• Ability to work with students colleagues and supervisor in a collaborative and professional manner
• Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC
• Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the college community and community
• Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships with staff students and public
• Ability to follow and issue directions
• Skill dedication and aptitude for working with student
• Demonstrated communication presentation customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
• Ability to meet all assigned classes
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to respond in the event of an emergency
• Ability to perform a Medium Duty job according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10-25 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In order to be considered for this position applicants must apply online at paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted for open positions. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration. FVCC requests that candidates submit official transcripts for all degrees held to FVCC HR upon hire. Only transcripts from accredited institutions will be accepted.

EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS:Prior to any offers of employment FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicants application or FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCCs policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race color religion creed political ideas sex gender identity sexual orientation age marital status veterans status service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law physical or mental disability national origin or ancestry except as authorized by protections extend to all management practices and decisions including recruitment and hiring practices appraisal systems promotions and training and career development programs as required by federal and state laws.

FVCC BOARD POLICY:The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review athttps:// ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES:FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

VETERANS PREFERENCE ACT:Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans Preference laws do not however guarantee Veterans a job nor do they give Veterans preference in internal actions such as promotion transfer reassignment and for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential claim Veterans Preference you must complete the Veterans Preference Form (form is available athttps:// and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to Claims for Veterans preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.

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