Instructor of History Position Available In Wilkes, North Carolina

Instructor of History
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must complete the Wilkes Community College online application process which includes a cover letter, a resume, four professional references, and unofficial college transcripts (if hired, official college transcripts will be required). Applicant must be able to successfully pass a background check.

Note:

It is important that you check the email that you listed on your applications. Updates for this position will be sent through email.
Position Information
Job Title Instructor of History
Job Description This is a full-time, 9-month position. The faculty member must instruct assigned courses in accordance with NCCCS curriculum standards and course descriptions in addition to the standards and guidelines set forth by the program accreditation entity. An instructor’s primary responsibility is to maintain excellence in instructing students in the curriculum subject with the express goal of attaining certain student learning outcomes. Courses may be scheduled for day, evening, or weekends and in WCC’s service area and high schools. A reasonable teaching load will be agreed upon by the instructor and the department chairperson (in concert with the Division Dean) and will include various kinds of responsibilities such as traditional classroom instruction, distance education instruction, professional development, curriculum development, and administrative duties related to these responsibilities. WCC views faculty members as learning-facilitators who actively engage students in the learning process. Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Essential Duties Summary Wilkes (main) Campus will be the primary teaching location, but instructors will be assigned teaching duties at any of our locations (Wilkes, Ashe, and/or Alleghany) as needed. The Instructor – History faculty position includes the following responsibilities and expectations:
Teach a load of 18-25 contact hours comprised of History courses, plus a minimum of 5 scheduled office hours each week.
Plan, create, and maintain a classroom environment conducive to student learning. Encourage the development of Critical Thinking skills through appropriate classroom exercises and assignments. Maintain a high level of currency in the discipline and incorporate innovative and creative instructional techniques in the classroom. Collaborate with the Lead Instructor in the creation of syllabi; the establishment of objectives, competencies, and assessments; and the selection of textbooks, periodicals, and other resources. Assist students as needed toward completion of program, diploid, or degree goals and assist students with job placement or college transfer. Participate in program and general education outcomes assessment and assist with the development and implementation of improvement plans. Responsible for administrative aspects relating to FTE reports, end of semester reports, grades, and other required reports, and doing so in a timely fashion. Communicate with students and administration through the technological framework provided by WCC including posting syllabi for all sections of all courses to the campus web portal and regularly check and respond to e-mails sent to the instructor via the campus web portal and messages sent to the college e-mail/voice mail/telephone service.
Maintain one office hour per course up to five per week (generally one per day), posted on the office door and updated by semester on the campus web portal, at times that are convenient for student contact, and which do not interfere with the college’s regular meeting times. Refer students, as appropriate, to student support areas of WCC including Counseling and/or Student Support Services, the Academic Support Center, Learning Resources Center, Student Services, the Writing Center, etc. Attend commencement exercises, committee and task force meetings, and faculty meetings as scheduled. Fulfill other responsibilites as assigned by the Lead Instructor, Departmental Chairperson, Dean of Division, and /or Vice President of Instruction. Applicants for the position of Instructor – History are encouraged to review WCC Policies and Procedures and the current WCC catalog. This information can be found on the Wilkes Community College website, www.wilkescc.edu.
Required Qualifications Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline of history.
At least three years of teaching experience in history courses in seated, online, and blended formats.
Preferred Qualifications Experience with teaching political science and/or humanities classes in seated, online, and blended formats.
Community college teaching experience.
Teaching high school students.
Physical Demands This position operates in a professional academic office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. This position regularly requires long hours and some weekend work. Travel as appropriate to achieve community college objectives, attend meetings, and implement strategic initiatives.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. May be required to work some evenings and Saturdays.
> Walking up to 4 hours per day
> Standing/sitting up to 4 hours per day
> Lifting up to 25 lbs
> Climbing/stooping frequently
> Pushing/pulling frequently
> Stretching/reaching overhead

Salary Grade Salary Salary Range:

$48,500 to $58,500 based on education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 10443P
Open Date 05/06/2025
Close Date 06/24/2025
Open Until Filled No
Desired Start Date 08/12/2025
Review Start Date 06/27/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must complete the Wilkes Community College online application process which includes a cover letter, a resume, four professional references, and unofficial college transcripts (if hired, official college transcripts will be required). Applicant must be able to successfully pass a background check.

Note:

It is important that you check the email that you listed on your applications. Updates for this position will be sent through email.