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Gaston College
Instructor-Economics, 9-Month
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What they do
A History or Social Studies Teacher teaches in the social studies fields for elementary to secondary school students. Elementary school teaching focuses on general social studies, with history overview courses starting in middle school. High school focuses on specific courses of study, such as Modern US History. Fields include history, geography, government, and current events.
$62,957 / year median in North Carolina
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Open until filled-Spring 2027 Semester A full-time faculty member is a College employee whose primary assignment involves teaching or the direct support of teaching. The position of full-time faculty member is a demanding one that involves delivery of instruction, preparation and evaluation of such instruction, accessibility to students, committee assignments, and service to College and community. Conduct assigned classes of instruction in the best manner to achieve student learning; present information, ideas, and skills in ways which are appropriate to a variety of learning styles and which show sensitivity to a diverse student population. Provide students with the approved course syllabus and relate instruction and evaluation to that syllabus. Treat students with tact and respect; maintain collegial relationships; and work productively as a member of a team. Evaluate achievement with timely interim and final performance evaluations and assign grades which reflect College policy and the achievement of course objectives as stated in the syllabus. Provide academic advising, maintain regular office hours, and maintain overall accessibility to students, which necessitates flexibility in arranging out-of-class consultations to accommodate student needs. Maintain instructional quality and effectiveness through constant and timely revisions of programs and course syllabi within assigned content area. Maintain class records and submit required reports in a timely manner. Develop new courses and select and recommend appropriate instructional materials and textbooks. Serve on College committees. Attend and otherwise participate in scheduled department, division, and College meetings and participate in graduation. Maintain currency in content areas through appropriate professional development. Participate in activities that enhance the College's service to students and to the community. Master's degree in Economics, Business Administration, or a related field required; must have 18 graduate hours in Economics. Must meet minimum SACS criteria and the minimum criteria of other pertinent accrediting, licensing, and credentialing agencies in the area of teaching assignment. Minimum of one year's teaching experience at the college level required. Previous experience teaching Economics required. Community college teaching experience preferred. Experience teaching using Blackboard, Moodle, or similar Learning Management System preferred.