Salary: $50,356.00 – $69,775.00 Annually
Location : Douglas Campus, AZ
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2301064
Division: FT Liberal Arts
Departments: FT English
Opening Date: 05/24/2023
FLSA: Exempt
Remote Work Eligible: No
Pay Grade: Faculty (FY2024 Pending Governing Board Budget Approval)
Duration/Parameters: Full-time; Academic Year
Position Summary
Position Summary: The Instructor of English is responsible for the instruction of courses in the area of English, and related courses for majors and non-majors district-wide. Full time faculty members are professional educators with the primary responsibility of providing a quality instruction for a diverse student population and performing instructional duties and responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, mission, policies and procedures of the college.
Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
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Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.
Salary is dependent upon qualifications. Minimum rate is Masters’ degree prepared no experience. Maximum rate in Doctorate degree prepared and five or more years of full-time, professional relevant experience.
**Advertised wage amounts are contingent upon FY2024 Governing Board Budget approval.
**POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED WITH APPLICATIONS REVIEWED UPON RECEIPT. POSITION MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
**This position is District-wide based on the Douglas Campus.
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Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:
Teaches assigned English related courses and associated labs in accordance with the college’s workload policy; maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing of instructional standards; posts and maintains office hours; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner
Develops new courses, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools; reviews and updates course outlines, textbooks, laboratories and course procedure sheets for English courses; assists with the preparation of course proposals, curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programs
Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; implements changes as necessary to maintain a successful English program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program quality
Participates in English course scheduling, department, division and college meetings; serves on college committees as assigned
Performs other related duties as assigned
General Expectations:Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.
Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education and Experience Requirements:
Master’s degree in English, Linguistics, Creative Writing, or Composition (preferred) or a Master’s degree in any discipline plus 18 graduate hours in English, Writing, or Composition from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
Knowledge of trends, developments, and new technologies affecting the English program
Knowledge of curriculum and program development
Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications and Learning Management Systems
Skill in instructing students from diverse cultures and/or backgrounds
Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students’ needs and progress
Skill in integrating technology into curriculum and other educational services
Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
Ability organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail
Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to effectively identify and analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve using independent judgement and decision-making processes while maintaining strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and the public
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Three years related professional experience
Successful teaching experience, preferably at a community college
Experience teaching using alternative delivery methods is desired.
Experience with use of technology in lecture and lab settings is preferred
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision in a typical classroom or laboratory setting with appropriate climate controls. Travel, weekend and evening work may be required.
Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important
Reportability: Dean of Liberal Arts
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