Information Technology Instructor

Reports to: Dean of Instruction
Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Purpose
This position has primary responsibility for providing leadership and direction in the areas of theory and laboratory activities of the specific instructional components relating to the students’ educational goals. Instructors develop curriculum and materials that respond to the workplace competencies for employment as an outcome for students. The instructor is directly responsible to the Dean of Instruction. General responsibilities include academic instruction with students, advising students, planning, leadership and professional involvement including professional associations and community service.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) required
Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related field required, depending on the field
Master’s Degree in the field or Master’s Degree plus 18 graduate hours in the field for General Education Instructors
2 years of work experience in the specific occupational field
Required knowledge in operation of related instructional equipment
Desire to teach students through the teaching-learning process
Knowledgeable of the availability of teaching-learning resources
Good oral/verbal communication skills
Basic computer knowledge/skills required
Employment is dependent on a pre-employment background screening
Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions
Shop Areas
Must be able to lift and handle 75 lbs., also able to push/pull up to 10-25 lbs. frequently
Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods and frequently climb stairs, ladders, crouch, squat or crawl
Will use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
Potential/frequent exposure to and use of chemical products
Frequent use of power tools
Occasionally work in extremely hot or extremely cold conditions, and movement between hot and cold environments occasionally
Possible stress due to deadlines and/or dealing with unpleasant or angry people
General Education
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
Occasional light to moderate lifting, less than 25 lbs.
May require some travel
Indoors, environmentally controlled
Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time
Possible stress due to deadlines and/or dealing with unpleasant or angry people
Job Duties
Essential Functions
Regular attendance and timeliness
Aware of legal responsibilities and limitations for self and students
Assists in curriculum development and evaluation
Reviews and makes recommendations in the selection of textbooks and teaching aids
Counsels students and, when necessary, refers students to other resources for assistance
Assists in the recruitment of students
Participates in department faculty meetings as a member
Organizes advisory committee meetings as an ex-officio member
Keeps the classrooms, shops and laboratories in order
Assists in planning annual budget requests
Strives to maintain good public relations
Enforces College policies
Assists with the evaluation of internship placements
Promotes student development
Maintains student progress and records
Evaluates student performance
Monitors the need for changing program specialization to ensure the curriculum is current and appropriate
Accurately assesses student learning in a timely manner
Review relevant areas of the website and recommend changes to your supervisor
Demonstrate a daily commitment to Fort Hays Tech | North Central's Mission, Vision, and Values
Other duties as assigned by the President or his designee
Compensation
172 Day Position
Compensation based on experience
Sick & Personal Leave
Employee, Spouse and Dependent Child Tuition Assistance Program
Medical Benefits Package
125 Benefit Package
KPERS
Applicants shall include a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. Applicants must apply online at https://fhtechnc.bamboohr.com/careers.
Questions should be directed to Aubree Winkel via email at awinkel@fhtechnc.edu Human Resources Specialist or call 785-738-9059. Position open until filled.
Fort Hays Tech | North Central is an EOE/AAE

Employment type
Full-time Faculty

Work arrangement
No