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Dunwoody College of Technology currently has the following open positions:
Instructor – English and Reading
Dunwoody College of Technology’s goal is to provide career-focused, applied education leading to immediate jobs and successful careers in business and industry. We value practical, applied learning, and are committed to providing our students with high-quality technical education that results in an immediate job and a fulfilling career. We value a diverse faculty, support staff, and student body and their unique contributions to an inclusive Dunwoody community. Dunwoody's vision is to provide “for all time” a place where people of diverse backgrounds receive learning opportunities that prepare them for “the better performance of life’s duties.”
Dunwoody College of Technology currently has the need for a full time instructor within the Gateway program. This instructor will be responsible for teaching English and Reading classes and to provide research based developmental education classes and academic programming to support student success in technical college programs. In addition, this position requires support of technical program faculty in implementing instructional support, which is needed to help student’s master program content.
Successful candidate will have the ability to assess the learning deficiencies of students and plan, implement and evaluate appropriate individualized programs to correct deficiencies.
MAJOR OBJECTIVE
This position is responsible for initiating the teaching and learning process with a focus on continuous improvement; creating an environment in which students can accomplish the learning objectives of the course of instruction; designing and developing new curriculum. The result should be students’ ability to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, ethics, and use of proper tools to meet industry and professional business standards.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Assess the learning deficiencies of students and develop individualized learning programs for academic improvement.
- Maintain student profile data from individual skill sessions.
- Write departmental reports related to academic activities.
- Attend student and faculty meetings
- Attend educational development conferences on and off campus.
- Facilitates learning activities so that students learn the principles, theory, skills, and work ethic necessary to become proficient for entry level positions.
- Creates a positive learning environment.
- Monitors, assesses and advises learner on technical and academic progress and performance.
- Uses current academic and industry practices in assigned courses of instruction.
- Develops and upgrades lesson material, training aids and maintains equipment within assigned course of instruction.
- Assists in the recruitment and placement of learners.
- Other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Commitment to Dunwoody’s Mission – Works to provide a high-quality education experience for our students. Actively supports our commitment to a college culture that demonstrates mutual respect, trust, and collaboration. Demonstrates a commitment to community service. Exhibits good stewardship of college resources and facilities.
- Drives High Performance Through Continuous Improvement – Demonstrates flexibility, is adaptable to change, and strives for continuous improvement. Actively seeks out solutions to problems. Works with a sense of urgency. Provides feedback upward and laterally, and makes recommendations for alternative ways of doing things. Continually challenges self to improve and perform job better.
- Demonstrates Accountability for Actions – Takes ownership of personal performance and development. Accomplishes assigned objectives. Honestly assesses self and can accurately articulate strengths and developmental needs. Seeks out feedback and advice from supervisor and peers, and takes action on both positive and constructive feedback.
- Building Effective Relationships – Seeks out and responds to others appropriately. Communicates clearly and succinctly with peers and leadership. Acts maturely and professionally when faced with conflict. Actively listens to understand and asks for clarification when necessary. Builds trust with others and establishes rapport. Displays and exhibits appropriate and professional body language.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s in secondary English, Reading or Special Education required with a Master’s degree preferred
- 3-5 years professional teaching experience in related field.
- Ability to plan, direct and manage reading instruction for students reading below college level.
- Ability to plan and implement instruction for pre-college English classes reviewing basic writing, grammar and mechanics.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to use online resources to support the management and delivery of instruction.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to express self clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
- Ability to operate personal computer, audio visual equipment and other office equipment.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week.
Interested candidates must apply online at https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=519752 .
Dunwoody College of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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