2016-2017 FT Instructor, South Texas College

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Position Information

Posting Number	FP0166
Department	MSB-Physics
Temporary End Date (if applicable)
Location	Pecan
Position Title	Faculty (FY 2016-17) - Physics Instructor
E-Class	Faculty
FLSA	Exempt
Funding Type	Unrestricted
Salary Range	Click to see the Pay Plan
Reports To	380412 - Department Chair - Physics
Job Description Summary	This position is for a full-time faculty for Physics. South Texas College is a comprehensive institution, which places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the College.
Essential Duties	Mastery of Subject Matter: Demonstrates a thorough and accurate knowledge of the field or discipline Possesses appropriate educational/professional credentials to teach in field or discipline Attempts to connect subject matter with related fields Maintains currency in subject matter through professional development Teaching Performance: Plans and organizes instruction in ways which maximize student learning Effectively employs teaching and learning strategies Modifies instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students needs Effectively employs available instructional technology when appropriate Encourages the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments Effectively communicates subject matter content to student Contributes to the selection and development of instructional materials Evaluation of Student Learning: Establishes and adheres to cogent learning outcomes Develops and uses evaluation methods, which fairly measures student progress toward outcomes Evaluates and expeditiously returns student work to promote maximum learning Maintains accurate records of student progress Submits final grade rosters and supporting documents according to established deadlines Support of College Policies and Procedures: Maintains familiarity with and adheres to College Policies and Procedures Fulfills requirements of instructors set forth in the letter of appointment Maintains regular office hours to ensure accessibility to students and colleagues Prepares, distributes, and submits syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program, division and College procedures Prepares and submits First Week Financial Aid Attendance Rosters, Census Rosters, and Learning Outcome Data, by the respective deadlines each semester Assures confidentiality Participation in College, Division, and Program Activities: Serves on College, divisional, and program committees, teams, and task forces as assigned Attends meetings and events as required by College administration Participates in professional activities which contribute to the educational goals of the College and its constituents Responds in a timely fashion to information requests from College and division administrators and program chairs Fosters and maintains effective working relationships with students, colleagues, and supervisors Assists the chair in developing, reviewing, and revising curriculum Contribution to the Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs: Maintains familiarity with College goals, mission, and long-range plans Performs professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, mission, and plans of College, division, and program Supports recruitment and retention of students, including advising Performs other duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience	Applicant must meet the STC credential requirements as published in Board Policy 4151: Academic and Professional Credentials of Faculty doctorate or master’s degree in Physics or a related field from a regionally accredited institution; or a doctorate or master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the Physics;
Qualification	To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must possess appropriate academic preparation Must be able to provide official transcripts and/if transcripts are earned from a foreign teaching institution, then must be able to provide an evaluation indicating that this education is equivalent to or beyond the qualifications required. This evaluation must be from an approved evaluation service Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; excellent interpersonal skills Excellent organizational skills Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in a diverse, multi-cultural student population Commitment to the community college philosophy of education
Preferred Qualification	A doctorate in physics or related discipline is preferred. Credentials to teach Geology, Astronomy, and/or Physics are highly recommended.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations	Security Sensitive Position. All applicants are subject to a national criminal background check under STCpolicy
Language Skills	Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, class assignments and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to students and respond to questions from individuals as well as groups of students and chairs/directors.
Physical Requirements for This Position	The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Reasoning Ability	Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Working Environment	The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Security Sensitive?	Yes

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date	08/17/2016
Close Date	05/08/2016
Open Until Filled (overrides Close Date)	No
Special Instructions to Applicants	This is an Online ONLY Application  Thoroughly mark, block or redact security sensitive information (such as social security numbers, mother’s maiden name, birth date, images etc.) from the document. FAILURE TO BLOCK ANY SUCHINFORMATION WILL RENDER THE APPLICATION INCOMPLETE. For Further Information Click Here. All uploaded documents become part of the applicant’s file and are viewable to personnel involved in the candidate review and hiring process. Essential Qualities of South Texas College Faculty Please review the attached document that describes all Essential Qualities of South Texas College faculty and the expectations of new faculty who are applying for a position at South Texas College. Click Here
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Eeo Statement Summary	Equal Employment Opportunity South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Discrimination is prohibited and the College will comply with all applicable College policies, and state and federal legislation. This policy extends to individuals seeking employment with and admission to the College. Title IX Statement Title IX of the Education Amendments 1972 (20 U.S.C. s1681 et seq.) and it’s implementing regulations, 34 C.F.R. Part 106 (Title IX), “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Transcripts/Foreign Transcript Evaluations
3. Curriculum Vitae