Faculty, History

Position Details

Position Information

• Position Title: Faculty History
• Job Category: Full-Time Faculty
• Supervisors: Dean of Liberal Arts
• Location: Muscatine Community College

Job Description Responsible for teaching courses and assessing learning outcomes in assigned discipline. Assignments may include alternative delivery methods, evening courses, and multiple sites. Must demonstrate excellence in teaching and service. Must demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of the community college.

Contract Details

• 167-day contract
• Excellent benefits package and time off
• Faculty working a 167-day contract will work 11 months annually and receive Paid time off annually starting at 80 hours (sick: 16 hours of personal time).

Retirement and Benefits

• Retirement plans with 9.44% employer contribution (IPERS or TIAA option).
• 6.29% employee contribution.
• Employer paid & voluntary Life insurance.
• Employer paid Long Term Disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents.
• Flexible Spending Account options.
• Professional development and education reimbursement benefits.
• State employee discounts for phone, hotels, museums, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Employment Authorization EICC is unable to sponsor employment at this time; new hires must have authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to Teach History Courses: To be qualified to teach History requires:
• A Masters degree in History related to the type of history taught; OR
• A Masters Degree with at least 12 GSH in a combination of the qualifying fields that provide a foundation in the specific subject matter being taught (History related to type of history taught, Cultural Studies, Global Studies, Humanities, Political Science).
• A minimum of 6 graduate semester hours must be from History related to the type of history taught.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach Political Science: To be qualified to teach Political Science requires:
• A Masters Degree in Political Science; OR
• A Masters Degree with 12 graduate semester hours in Political Science, History, Law, JD, Public Policy, Public Administration, Sociology, and Social Science.
• A minimum 6 graduate semester hours must be in Political Science.

Physical Demands

• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally (open filing cabinets) and bend or stand as necessary.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Salary Starting at $51,618.03 - $53,136.06

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction

• Teaches courses in accordance with outcomes identified in the established course development model. Uses effective and appropriate instructional delivery methods.
• Participates in the design of appropriate courses and programs of instruction. Utilizes appropriate process to maintain currency of curriculum and collaborates in the development and revision of curriculum as needed.
• Demonstrates satisfactory preparation and meets with classes as scheduled.
• Demonstrates rapport with students.
• Solicits and uses student feedback in all classes to improve teaching and learning practices.
• Establishes a clear and accurate syllabus for each class. Posts syllabus in CANVAS. Communicates course objectives, instructional processes, evaluation policies and methods, and attendance policies to students.
• Evaluates and records student performance and achievement on a regular basis and provides feedback to students.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate office hours to assist students and provide feedback.
• Collaborates with support services to assist student success in the classroom and meets recommended student/instructional accommodations as required.
• Monitors and communicates with students about academic progress. Collaborates with advising by monitoring student progress and referring at-risk students using early alert tools and/or other mechanisms. Maintains accurate attendance reports and delivers timely 4-week progress grades, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Participates in outcomes assessment measurements adopted by EICC. Plans and implements learning strategies appropriate for meeting student outcomes. Analyzes results of planning and teaching and makes appropriate revisions.

Involvement with the College and EICC District

• Serves on college and district committees, work groups, and task forces.
• Attends and participates in all scheduled faculty, college, district, and advisory meetings as appropriate.
• Assists college in the recruitment and retention of students.
• Serves as an active department team member.
• Demonstrates professionalism at all times.
• Supports the EICC mission, values, and belief in high expectations and high aspirations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Professional Development

• Retains professional qualifications including academic degrees and specialized certifications and licensures that meet or exceed those required for the position.
• Actively maintains professional development activity and records in accordance with the guidelines of the Quality Faculty Plan.
• Participates in professional meetings and workshops as appropriate.
• Participates in college/district professional development activities.
• Remains active and current in ones professional field/discipline.
• Remains current in pedagogical best practices.

EICC Non-Discrimination Statement It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental, or marital status, as required by:

• Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9
• Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e)
• The Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206 et seq.)
• Title IX Educational Amendments (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688)
• Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 794)
• Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.)

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact:

• EICCs Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator Eastern Iowa Community College District 101 West Third Street Davenport, Iowa 52801 563-336-5222 equity@eicc.edu
• Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310 Denver, CO 80204-3582 Telephone: 303-844-5695 FAX: 303-844-4303 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number: F130P
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Open Date: 02/03/2026
• Close Date: Open Until Filled
• Yes: Special Instructions Summary Supplemental Questions

Required Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae