Adjunct Professor - Automotive Technology (Bowie)

This position carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of North Central Texas College in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment while embracing positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to our students and employees.

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of course and program objectives and to contribute to the overall educational environment of the college and community and to provide related services such as academic advising, committee participation, professional development, community development as well as other service support that is needed in the fulfillment of the North Central Texas College's Mission.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Treats students and colleagues with respect.
• Active involvement in issues of institutional effectiveness including student learning outcomes, program level outcomes, and marketable skill achievement.
• Focuses teaching and outreach efforts on student success.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Meets class as scheduled.\u2022 Follows departmental policy for class cancellations.\u2022 Starts and ends class consistently on time.\u2022 Maintains appropriate records of grades/attendance and submits required reports to the Division Chair and Registrar on time.\u2022 Posts office hours and is available to students during that time.\u2022 Makes an appropriate syllabus available to students and Division Chair in a timely manner.\u2022 Is well organized and prepared for each class.

Instructional Responsibilities:

• Maintains college level rigor and requires a high level of academic excellence from students.\u2022 Uses an appropriate variety of instructional methods to enhance learning.\u2022 Develops appropriate tests, projects and/or other evaluation activities for courses taught.\u2022 Considers Student Course Evaluations in the improvement of instruction.\u2022 Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with students.\u2022 Provides appropriate feedback on student assignments.\u2022 Encourages an atmosphere in which students may ask questions, offer opinions, and express ideas.

Institutional Responsibilities:

• Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with colleagues and other college personnel \u2022Participates in departmental meetings and activities.\u2022 Serves on college committees.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Keeps abreast of developments in the subject area and in instructional techniques.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Shares ideas and materials related to the teaching field and/or pedagogy with colleagues.
• Participates in Peer Classroom Observation Program.

Academic Advising Responsibilities:\u2022 Advises students regarding class scheduling, degree planning, and gives appropriate career advising.\u2022 Posts and maintains scheduled office hours.

• Other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change based on the needs of the department and the institution.