Assoc. Professor - History jobs in Hobbs, NM

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Odessa College is hiring History Faculty. In this position, you will teach all courses assigned and assist the department in its endeavor to serve students and to support the mission of the college.

POSITION DUTIES:

• Teach assigned courses in the curriculum;
• Teach Web, Web-enhanced, and ITV classes as assigned, using a variety of instructional technologies including Tegrity; Teach collegeNow (Dual Credit) classes;
• Assist with recruitment, advising, and retention activities as well as participate in various departmental and campus-wide committees;
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field;
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to teach various courses, times, locations, and delivery methods, as needed and as reasonably requested by the college;
• Utilizes appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners;
• Provides students with written expectations, e.g., syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, graded evaluations, etc.;
• Administers tests which are appropriate to course content, including a comprehensive final exam measuring overall grasp of course objectives;
• By ways and means of instructing students, affirms the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn;
• Maintains an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the classroom, whether traditional, web, or distance, which encourages the free exchange of ideas while defending academic honesty and objectivity;
• Prepares adequately for class and arrives promptly at class meetings, labs, and any other scheduled instructional activities;
• Delivers material in a clear and understandable manner;
• Addresses student concerns, i.e., comments, questions, and input, both in class and via posted office hours, timely electronic communication, and other suitable means.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree with 18 or more complete graduate course hours in History from a regionally-accredited institution;
• Computer literacy;
• Demonstrated ability to teach students from a wide spectrum of ages and from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, including high school students who are enrolled in dual credit classes;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills;
• Excellent work ethic; AND
• Commitment to teaching excellence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,000.00 - $64,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Odessa, TX 79764 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Odessa, TX 79764: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person