What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professor Social Science - Geography position at Central Texas College?
Professor Social Science - Geography
Depends on Qualifications
Killeen-Central Campus
Full Time-Faculty
202500194
Academic Instruction
Social Sciences
08/20/2026
9/20/2026 5:30 PM Central
Summary of Position
Teach a full-time load of five classes per 16-week Fall and Spring semester. Assist in development and maintenance of curriculum. Counsel and advise students to assist them in obtaining their educational goals.
We are hiring for the Spring 2027 semester starting January.
Education and Experience
Master’s Degree from a nationally, regionally or identified at the state level accredited institution of higher education required with a minimum requirements of eighteen graduate credits in the subject being taught, with coursework that aligns with classes offered by CTC. Prefer Ph.D. or equivalent degree and/or professional work experience in the field.
Prefer three years of teaching experience at college-level.
Knowledge Skills and Ability
- Must be computer literate: to include ability to handle e-mail, downloading, and internet.
- Knowledge and proficiency in Blackboard or other LMS and a good working knowledge of MS Office, or similar software.
- Effective classroom management and student engagement skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff.
- Demonstrated ability to teach subject matter through education, experience, and skills.
- Commitment to working with diverse and under prepared student populations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Essential Functions
- Conducting classroom instruction at the highest possible level of efficiency and interest for students.
- Teach lecture and online course(s) according to syllabi and textbooks, as approved by Central Campus to include daytime, evening, and weekend classes.
- Assist in development and maintenance of online courses.
- Meet all regularly scheduled classes on time and for the full class period and maintain required office hours.
- Utilize instructional technology and the learning management system (LMS) for course delivery and communication.
- Advise the departmental assistant of needed supplies, tools, equipment, printing, etc.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress in compliance with college policies; submit certification rolls require by the Central Texas College Registrar office by submission due date.
- Keep current in field an maintain needed continuing education.
- Participate in CTC committees and groups, and perform any other duties, as assigned by department chair.
EEO Statement
Central Texas College District and its operating units, divisions and sponsored activities prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected class including, but not necessarily limited to race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, genetic information, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or transgender status. Inquiries about Title IX, sexual misconduct can contact the Title IX Coordinator, Larry Murphy through email to rdepartment@ctcd.edu or call 254-501-3028.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Full-time employees participate in the Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS). To learn more details, visit our benefits page https://www.ctcd.edu/human-resources/benefits/employee-benefits/
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- Low-Do not easily learn new software systems
- Moderate-Can learn new systems with training
- Advanced-Easily understand and learn new automated processes/software systems
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Required Question
Killeen, Texas, 76540
254.526.1128
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Full-time employees participate in the Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Benefits:
Pension Plan, Retirement Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off