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Position Summary

Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The instructor will adhere to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and the Alabama Community College System policy.

Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule D: $46,590– $94,363 (9 months)
An additional summer assignment may be available: $14,384 – $29,184 (3 months)

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• An on-line application
• Current résumé
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach at varied times and places and in varied formats based on student demand; day or evening, on the Decatur Campus or at other sites, including dual enrollment, traditional classroom, hybrid or web format, and distance education.
• Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.
• Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.
• Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grades, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information to appropriate offices.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material.
• Assist in the development of discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.
• Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.
• Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.
• Participate in scheduled in-service activities.
• Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.
• Be prompt and punctual in reporting for work. Maintain assigned office hours.
• Maintain or increase competency in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and updating professional competencies.
• Promote positive and productive relationships with service area businesses, industries, and agencies.
• Perform all duties with professionalism.
• Provide advice to the administration on matters pertaining to the instructional program.
• Serve on committees engaged in furthering the work of the institution when appointed or when elected.
• Become familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and Alabama Community College System Policy; and follow such policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Master’s degree from an accredited institution with at least 18 gradate semester hours in Mathematics is required.
• Documented experience of at least two (2) years teaching college-level mathematics is required.
• Documented experience in the use of current educational technologies in the classroom is required.
• Documented experience using a learning management system (Blackboard, Canvas, etc.) is required.
• Documented experience utilizing mathematics software (e.g., Pearson My Lab & Mastering, Mc Graw-Hill ALEKS, Cengage Web Assign, etc.) is required.
  
  

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• A demonstrated expertise in the subject area;
• Documented teaching experience in the areas of algebra, trigonometry, and calculus;
• Documented successful experience teaching and/or developing web-based courses;
• Proven track record of successful teaching experience of college level mathematics courses;
• Broad knowledge of mathematics to include algebra, trigonometry, calculus, statistics, finite mathematics, linear algebra, and differential equations;
• Ability to conduct individual and small group instruction;
• Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy, and new software, as required;
• An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system;
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
• Ability to work effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the public;
• Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, genders and ethnic backgrounds;
• Understanding of the broad range of students’ abilities in an open-admissions college and the ability to accommodate varied learning styles;
• Successful problem solving skills;
• Conscientious- care about how work is done and desire to do a good job;
• Initiative- responding to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work;
• A focus on detail;
• A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to students;
• Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that knowledge;
• Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet student needs;
• A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand;
• Confidence in decision-making and communication skills.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.calhoun.edu

P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2590
256-306-2591

jobs@calhoun.edu

Sick Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.

Annual Leave
Not applicable
(off between terms)

Personal Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.

Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day

Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 12.59% (effective 10/01/22)
Tier II – Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 11.44%(effective 10/01/22)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 12.59%(effective 10/01/22)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 11.44% (effective 10/01/22)

Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA.

Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

• Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans.