Instructor, History

Service Excellence ⦁ Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College ⦁ Complete all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC) ⦁ Attends the workplace regularly and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite ⦁ Adheres to College policies and procedures ⦁ Adheres to applicable safety procedures

*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher
• in History

OR

• Master's degree or higher
• with eighteen (18) graduate hours in History

*Degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university

Preferred Qualifications

⦁ At least one (1) years' working experience in the discipline / teaching area ⦁ At least one (1) years' experience teaching a class at a community college ⦁ At least one (1) years' teaching experience utilizing active learning techniques, service learning and innovative technology ⦁ At least one (1) year's experience teaching in Dual Credit and Early College High School programs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

⦁ Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment ⦁ Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume ⦁ Ability to use computer applications and enterprise systems, including proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software ⦁ Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships ⦁ Ability to work independently and take initiative ⦁ Knowledge of the teaching discipline subject matter ⦁ Knowledge of how students learn ⦁ Ability to adapt to student learning needs ⦁ Utilization of student-centered integrative learning strategies ⦁ Promotion of positive expectations of students ⦁ Incorporation of technology to enhance student learning ⦁ Incorporation of pedagogical innovation ⦁ Assessment of student learning ⦁ Assessment of self-learning ⦁ Assessment, evaluation, and revision of curriculum ⦁ Development of relevant content for classes ⦁ Development of effective classroom management processes and strategies ⦁ Experience mentoring and advising students ⦁ Engagement in peer collaboration and peer mentoring ⦁ Engagement in service to the institution, profession, and community ⦁ Participation in professional development in the teaching discipline to remain current in the teaching discipline and in pedagogy ⦁ Continued educational attainment

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodation/EEO Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.