Economics Instructor

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Job Title:  

Economics Instructor

Agency:

North Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000005568

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

Job Description:

POSITION: Economics Instructor

LOCATION: Clarkesville, GA

DESCRIPTION: The Adjunct Faculty is responsible for developing curriculum and presenting instruction in subject areas. Payment method for employees assigned to this job is “APO, lump-sum, fee-for-service.” This is a part-time position based on the semester system. Adjunct faculty responsibilities are centered on preparing and teaching classes as assigned. Major duties include:

• Provides professional instruction based on approved course syllabus
• Ensures that desired course outcomes meet the stated objectives
• Prepares curriculum and syllabus for coursework taught
• Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives
• Administers and grades class examinations
• Maintains records of student grades
• Attends in-service training, workshops, and seminars, as needed
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training areas
• Assists with retention efforts
• Meets with students, staff members, supervisors, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Economics *OR* Master’s degree in a related field with 18 graduate hours in Economics from a regionally accredited institution
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Must have excellent technological skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience teaching in a post-secondary setting

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

North Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following persons have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Dr. Fran Chastain, Dean of Student Support and Engagement, Title IX Coordinator, Clegg Center 212, (706) 754-7855, [email protected] and Joanna Velazquez, Student Support and Accessibility Service Coordinator, Clegg Center 214, (706) 754-7828, [email protected] at 1500 Hwy 197 N, Clarkesville, GA 30523

It is the obligation of North Georgia Technical College to ensure orderly operation, to protect the rights of all members of the NGTC community, to prohibit acts which materially and substantially interfere with legitimate educational objectives or interfere with the rights of others and to take disciplinary action where conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives. To this end, NGTC complies with the Title II of Public Law 101-542, Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act – also known as the "Clery Act." This Act requires that the College make available the report of campus crime statistics for the previous fiscal year by October 1st each year. The most recent NGTC Campus Safety and Security Report is available at https://northgatech.edu/ . You may also request a paper copy from the North Georgia Technical College Police Department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.