9 Month Teaching Faculty - Human Anatomy and Physiology

This is a 9-month faculty position (174 days) responsible for designing and implementing learning strategies for students. This position plays a substantial role for reviewing and maintaining the integrity of the curriculum offered by the discipline. Additionally, a 9-month faculty member will participate in College activities and committees; and other duties which support the mission and initiatives of the College.

Examples of Duties:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform the position description satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsible for designing and implementing learning strategies for students.

• Teach generally between 48 and 49 credits per annum (across three terms) consisting of online lecture and lab courses.
• Teach assigned classes in accordance with current course outlines and as outlined by the college.
• Participate in instructor evaluation, assessment of student academic achievement, and demonstrate modification of teaching techniques in accordance with assessment feedback. 
• Document modifications based on assessment results.
• Cultivate a variety of teaching styles in order to provide quality learning experiences to a diverse student population.
• Post and maintain student conference hours (office hours). A minimum of one conference hour is required each week for each section.
• Establish instructional standards in accordance with Academic policies and inform students, in writing (syllabi), of such standards and policies.
• Review and update course outcome guides and syllabi in cooperation with others.
• Modify teaching style based on assessment results and professional development experiences.

Plays a substantial role for reviewing and maintaining the integrity of the curriculum offered by the discipline/program.

• Maintain certificates and/or licenses necessary for employment eligibility.
• Maintain acceptable standards of conduct for the profession.
• Acquire new skills for program/discipline enhancement and development.
• Identify professional development activities which will lead to effective student learning.
• Attend and participate in professional development workshops.

Will participate in college activities, committees, and other duties which support the mission and initiatives of the College.

• Participate in evaluative process for self, department, and program.
• Participate in departmental or discipline specific meetings to provide guidance and subject matter expertise in the furtherance of the college’s strategic and academic plans including accreditation. 
• Attend and contribute to an assigned committee on an advised and consent basis. 
• Work with high schools to facilitate dual credit/dual enrollment opportunities.
• Work with four-year colleges and universities to facilitate articulation.
• Attend commencement and other college sponsored programs as requested.
• Promote the college mission, values, and vision.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS ROLE

• Possesses strong computer skills and commitment to the use of technology in instruction.
• Experience with Canvas LMS preferred.
• Teaching experience in mixed instructional modalities including on-line, hybrid, hyflex, and face to face 
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally in oral and written formats, including effective presentation skills.
• Experience in teaching or willingness to learn how to teach students the effective and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI).
• Proficient with general office skills.
• Possesses a knowledge of a wide range teaching and learning theory. 
• Teaching experience in a community college preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequently moving from stationary sitting positions to standing and walking. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in human Anatomy and Physiology
• Three (3) years prior teaching experience

It is the policy of Klamath Community College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.