What are the responsibilities and job description for the Online Instructor - Introduction to Informatics position at Education Affiliates?
FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach courses as assigned by the Director of Online Faculty Support.
- Utilize a variety of supplementary resources (i.e. instructional technology, guest speakers, current articles and literature, discipline specific equipment, etc.).
- Actively engage in retention activities including documented communication with both students and administration regarding attendance and progress.
- Submit assigned grading and attendance documentation on deadline.
- Provide assistance for the planning, development, and maintenance of program curriculum.
- Work with the Director of Online Faculty Support to resolve student concerns.
- Grade tests, projects, and other assignments in a required timeframe.
- Record and maintain accurate student grade records.
- Is aware of the school catalog, faculty handbook, and understands all the procedures and expectations stated within it as well as policies stated therein.
- Participate in the evaluation of textbooks and other instructional materials.
- Submit final grades by established deadline.
- Perform start and end-of-the term procedures including preparing the course for the next term.
- Provide annual documentation of continued Faculty Development and Professional Development.
- Attend scheduled company meetings, in-service workshops and faculty meetings and incorporate learned concepts into classroom instruction.
- Adhere to and support school policies and procedures as referenced in the employee handbook, faculty handbook, and catalog.
- Perform such other duties as may be specified by the Director of Online Faculty Support
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
SKILLS
Documented expertise in academic subject area as demonstrated by degrees, transcripts, licenses & certifications, and resumes. Expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills in online environment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Relevant work experience, certifications, Master's degree required (for General Education only), Doctorate degree preferred as per accreditation and state licensing standards.
- At least 18 credit hours in subject required to teach (for General Education only)
- Prior post-secondary online teaching experience preferred.