Resident Instructor

Essential Function:

This Resident Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction that supports student learning, academic success, and workforce readiness. This position includes teaching a full course load in the assigned discipline; developing and updating curriculum aligned with institutional outcomes and industry standards; and assessing student performance using effective and equitable practices.

In addition to classroom instruction, the instructor actively participates in advising students, managing adjunct faculty in the discipline, serving on committees, supporting accreditation and program review efforts, and engaging in continuous professional development. The Resident Instructor collaborates with faculty and staff to enhance instructional quality, promote student retention and completion, and contribute to the mission of the community college through service and institutional engagement.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop course syllabi according to the Master Syllabus Policy and distribute to all students on the first day of class.

2. Attend class daily and on time. Begin lessons promptly and teach for the full duration of the course. Maintain performance standards, academic rigor, and integrity within courses taught.

3. Pursue goals, objectives, and activities that promote and support the mission of the college. Represent the college in manner, appearance, and behavior that promotes a positive image of the college. Adhere to all policies, procedures, and processes of Goodwill Technical College and Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana, Inc.

4. Make appropriate arrangements for necessary absences according to college policy.

5. Prepare ahead of time to provide lectures, lead discussions, perform demonstrations, and/or use technology which facilitates learning. Present course content in a professional manner and in a way that supports various learning styles to maximize student learning of the objectives being taught.

6. Create an engaging, motivating, and healthy classroom environment that is conducive to learning and in which all students are treated equitably and with respect.

7. Collaborate with departmental colleagues in the selection of learning resources, software, and textbooks and in the development of master and course syllabi.

8. Participate in the assessment of student and program learning outcomes.

9. Participate in the faculty evaluation process.

10. Participate in the assessment of non-traditional credit through developing, administering and grading credit examinations.

11. Maintain and record accurate student attendance and progress. Prepare monthly academic progress reports when required by a student’s funding source. Submit Midterm Academic Reports, midterm grades, and final grades on time. Adhere to Instructor Exit form for end of semester requirements.

12. Adhere to all FERPA and ADA laws, guidelines, and policies.

13. Obey and enforce college policies that prohibit eating and drinking in the classroom and the misuse of college property.

14. Adhere to all timelines established by the college. Attend meetings. Check emails daily and respond within 24 hours (Monday – Friday). Respond to records inquiries and other communications about students in a timely manner.

15. Maintain office hours in accordance with full time faculty workload requirements.

16. Maximize the use of learning and technological resources. Incorporate the opportunity for students to develop and expand written and oral communication skills in each course.

17. Serve as academic advisor and participate in recruitment, registration, orientation and retention activities for students in your designated program.

18. Participate in training and professional development mandated by the college.

19. Participate in accreditation activities and fulfill obligations designated to residential faculty for accreditation purposes.

20. Serve as a resource to students in the pursuit of employment opportunities and be familiar with all resources within Workforce Development to provide support for students.

21. Attend and/or participate in the college’s graduation ceremony.

22. Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and supervisors and use appropriate channels of communication with all members of the Goodwill Technical College and Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana, Inc. community.

Requirements:

Minimum Education

§ 1) High school diploma or its equivalent with a license, diploma, certificate or other degree from a recognized institution or organization in the area taught; and 2) a minimum of four (4) years of documented evidence of occupational experience in the area taught. Documented evidence of occupational experience in the area taught may be in the form of letters from former employer(s) verifying work experience in the area taught or a notarized statement attesting to work experience in the area taught. A resume submitted by the applicant does not fulfill these requirements unless it is notarized.

Minimum Qualifications

§ All applicants for full-time or part-time faculty teaching positions must demonstrate written and oral proficiency in the English language. Written proficiency will be demonstrated by writing a paragraph on a topic related to the teaching position (at the time of interview, if selected). Oral proficiency will be demonstrated by an interview with the Chief Academic Officer and/or the hiring committee.

§ Must be proficient in operating a computer and experienced in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

§ Bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education and shall by evidence of academic transcript and/or occupational experience, demonstrate appropriate familiarity with the subject matter taught.

§ At least one year of experience teaching in a higher education setting.

Required Documents:

1. Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts if hired)

2. Resume

3. If no bachelor’s degree, then copy of high school diploma or equivalent

4. Copy of any licenses and/or certifications relative to the subject area