Assistant Professor, Government (9 month tenure track)
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Salary: $45,375.00 AnnuallyLocation : 2600 South First Street Temple, TXJob Type: Full-Time (Faculty)Job Number: 00322Division: Liberal ArtsDepartment: Social Sciences IIOpening Date: 06/25/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: ExemptSalary Grade: FacultyWork Schedule: Working hours are based upon contract length and departmental demands established by the Department Chair.This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.Position Summary & Essential Duties The following duties, responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.SUMMARY:Under general supervision from the departmental chair, the incumbent teaches courses as scheduled, cultivates a healthy teacher-student relationship, and engages the students in active learning. The incumbent will make recommendations regarding curriculum changes, text selection, and content revision. The instructor will perform administrative aspects of instruction in a timely manner. Qualifications (Required and Preferred) MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Master's degree in discipline with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Government or Master's/Doctoral degree in any discipline with eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Government. PREFERENCESDual-credit teaching experience. Previous classroom utilization of the Desire2Learn (D2L) Learning Management software. Two (2) years directly related full-time instructional work experience. Eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Economics in addition to Master's or Doctoral degree is highly preferred. Job Duties and Responsibilities The incumbent will:

Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships.

Engage students in active learning.

Develop clear and innovative syllabi and course material.

Demonstrates professional written and oral skills in communications with students.

Utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.

Incorporates best practices.

Maintain accessibility to students for advisement and consultation.

Seek feedback to improve quality of teaching.

Attend conferences, workshops, or programs to enhance professional growth.

Participate in academic/professional organizations.

Develop and implement innovative course content based on current pedagogy.

Evidence a willingness to incorporate new concepts and theories to enhance professional growth.

Integrate a diverse set of perspectives and ideas into course curriculum.

Demonstrate innovative thinking to problem solve within the classroom, the department, and the institution.

Demonstrate respect and professionalism with supervisors, colleagues, and students.

Fosters collegiality within the department.

Evidence timely completion of administrative aspects of instructional responsibilities.

Participate in evaluation, recommendation, development, and/or revision of department instruction/curriculum.

Contribute to growth of the college by active involvement on task forces or committees.

Demonstrate participation in activities that contribute to the growth of the community.

Teach at Temple College centers if required.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of pedagogical practices relevant to discipline.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and departmental strategies.
• Knowledge of the appropriate subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the respective discipline.

SKILLS:

• Possess effective communication skills.
• Presentation skills.

ABILITIES

• Ability to provide effective teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Ability to engage students in the learning process.
• Ability to enable positive student learning outcomes
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to incorporate active learning strategies into classroom instruction.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:Primarily light physical activity is required with occasional lifting and manipulation of objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Keyboarding and computer use. Use of audio/visual devices.WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is normally performed in an interior/office work environment. Travel to and teaching at offsite centers may be required.WORK SCHEDULE:Working hours are based upon contract length and departmental demands established by the Department Chair.This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.REPORTS TO:Departmental Chair/Supervisor TEMPLE COLLEGE BENEFITSTo enhance the employment opportunity you may be seeking, Temple College offers a competitive array of benefit options to select from, some of which are fully paid for by the college. Listed below is a summary of benefits currently offered for full-time employees. Part-time employees are eligible for specific benefits on a pro-rated basis. MEDICAL AND OPTIONAL INSURANCE COVERAGE BENEFIT OPTIONS The Medical and optional insurance coverage benefit options listed below are offered through Temple College by the Employees Retirement System (ERS) of Texas. Please visit ERS at for further information.

• MEDICAL: Eligible full-time employees can choose from the following medical programs which begin the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment:
  • HealthSelect of Texas Blue Cross Blue Shield (PPO)
  • Consumer Directed HealthSelect Blue Cross Blue Shield (HSA)

Medical plans include prescription coverage. Employee medical coverage monthly premiums are fully paid for by the college and the college pays for one-half (1/2) of the cost of dependent care coverage monthly premiums.

• OPTIONAL BENEFITS:

Dental (PPO and HMO), Vision, Optional Term Life Insurance, Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Dependent Term Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Texa$aver (457 plan), TexFlex-Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement.Optional benefits are employee paid but are offered at very competitive rates.ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS

• ANNUAL LEAVE ACCRUALS:

Regular, full-time twelve (12) month faculty and staff accrue Annual Leave as follows:

• Years of Service: 0 through 5
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) = 8
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) = 96
• Years of Service: 6 through 10
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =10
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =120
• Years of Service: 10 plus years
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =12
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =144

Annual leave may be accrued up to a limit of 240 hours with special provisions allowing for annual accruals above that limit. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months do not accrue Annual Leave but are provided with 20 hours of personal time per fiscal year.

• SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS:

Faculty and Administrative Staff: Accruals of 8 hours per month. Sick Leave may be accrued up to a limit of 1040 total hours. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months will receive accruals during the summer semester if they instruct during that time.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• HOLIDAYS:Recognized college holidays, in addition to Annual and Sick leave accruals, include Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Day, Spring Break, Good Friday, Memorial Day and Independence Day.
• PAYROLL: Employees are paid by direct deposit through the last working day of the month. Actual deposits are paid on the last working business day of the month. All benefit deductions are taken at that time.
• RETIREMENT: Temple College is one of the few community colleges in the state of Texas to be permitted Federal Social Security deductions. Temple College is a Section 218 employer.

All regular employees are mandated by the Texas State Legislature to enroll in either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) however, ORP participation is based upon position. All faculty members are eligible to participate in either TRS or ORP. A list of ORP providers is available.Please visit TRS at for further information.

• Contribution:
  • Member: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 8.0% of annual salary
  • Employer: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 7.75% of member's annual salary
• Contribution:
  • Member: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.65 % of annual salary
  • Employer: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.6% of annual salary

Tax Sheltered Annuities (TSAs) also known as Tax Deferred Annuities (TDAs) are available to all employees who are eligible to participate in the TRS/ORP retirement program and who wish to participate in this program. This participation is voluntary and contributions are made from the employee's salary. A list of providers is available.

• MISCELLANEOUS LEAVE: Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), Jury Duty, Bereavement, Deteriorating weather, and Military training.
• WORKERS COMPENSATION: If an employee is injured on the job, Temple College, through its Worker Compensation Program, pays all authorized hospital, nursing, and physician's fees. Additional benefits may be available.
• HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Regular Schedule:
    • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    • Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  • Summer Schedule:
    • Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.