Instructor (Summer), QuickStart (FYI)

TITLE Instructor (Summer), QuickStart (FYI)

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

At Vaughn College, our mission is to educate and train future leaders in the futureproof fields of engineering and technology, management and aviation. The college strives to provide a dynamic learning environment built on our aeronautical heritage that inspires a diverse and committed community of students to achieve success as leaders in the industries we serve. Just minutes from Manhattan, Vaughn College is in the heart of New York City in Queens, NY, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport. Queens is one of New York's most fascinating boroughs and has been ranked as the 'number one' US travel destination and the nation's single most diverse county. What separates Vaughn College from other institutions is our uniquely committed faculty who come to the classroom with extensive experience in such fields as engineering, manufacturing, aviation, management and communications. Working closely with the industries we serve, Vaughn has developed rigorous curricula that incorporate the latest technology as well as the knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen profession. We provide traditional degrees as well as professional, technical and certification programs that prepare our graduates for successful careers. Most importantly, a degree from Vaughn College provides the critical, analytical and communication skills that form the foundation for a lifetime of success. Our graduates have gone on to become leaders in many major industries. More than 98 percent of our graduates are employed or continue their education, 78 percent in their field of study, within one year of graduation. Vaughn College has a six-acre campus and is convenient to major transportation routes. As part of the institution's strategic plan, a 200-bed residential hall has been built, enabling students to live and pursue their chosen field of study on campus.

DESCRIPTION

Instructor (Summer), QuickStart (FYI) At Vaughn College, our mission is to educate and train future leaders in the futureproof fields of engineering and technology, management and aviation. The college strives to provide a dynamic learning environment built on our aeronautical heritage that inspires a diverse and committed community of students to achieve success as leaders in the industries we serve. Just minutes from Manhattan, Vaughn College is in the heart of New York City in Queens, NY, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport. Queens is one of New York's most fascinating boroughs and has been ranked as the 'number one' US travel destination and the nation's single most diverse county. What separates Vaughn College from other institutions is our uniquely committed faculty who come to the classroom with extensive experience in such fields as engineering, manufacturing, aviation, management and communications. Working closely with the industries we serve, Vaughn has developed rigorous curricula that incorporate the latest technology as well as the knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen profession. We provide traditional degrees as well as professional, technical and certification programs that prepare our graduates for successful careers. Most importantly, a degree from Vaughn College provides the critical, analytical and communication skills that form the foundation for a lifetime of success. Our graduates have gone on to become leaders in many major industries. More than 98 percent of our graduates are employed or continue their education, 78 percent in their field of study, within one year of graduation. Vaughn College has a six-acre campus and is convenient to major transportation routes. As part of the institution's strategic plan, a 200-bed residential hall has been built, enabling students to live and pursue their chosen field of study on campus.

Job Title:

Summer Instructor (QuickStart)

Department:

Academic Support Reports to: Learning Specialist Status

• -non-exempt Position Status
• Temp

Hours:

Monday to

Thursday:

Hours:

2 hour class (time of class TBD)

Length:

July 6th

• August 13th
• Company Conformance Statements In the performance of respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with supervisors, coworkers, customers, vendors, agencies Position purpose he instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities.

An instructor performs all other duties as directed by program supervisor. Major Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks 1. teach classes with content aligned to New York State Education Department standards; 2. coordinate, plan, organize, and instruct courses; 3. keep active at a high level of expertise in the subjects taught and stimulate enthusiasm for those subjects; 4. ensure that each program/class contains essential curricular components, has appropriate content and pedagogy, and maintains currency; 5. keep students informed and updated concerning course content, requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements; 6. keep students informed about their progress through the prompt grading of assignments; 7. maintain accurate and complete records, including attendance records; 8. ensure that assigned classes and tutoring sessions are held as scheduled; 9. make suggestions to the program director concerning the improvement of the curriculum in keeping with the objectives of the program; 10. participate in program and curriculum review and development and student learning outcomes initiatives; 11. study and utilize students' learning styles in each class in order to facilitate the best teaching and learning situations; 12. incorporate instructional technologies in instructional delivery; 13. maximize the learning opportunities for each student; 14. refer students to counselors as needed.

• Qualifications:

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Requirements
• A Bachelor's degree in education or field related to subject taught.

Education and/or

Experience Preferences:

• Master's degree or higher preferred Professional Skills
• Mastery of subject(s) taught;
• Written and verbal communication and presentation skills are needed;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, D2L (or similar learning management system), and Zoom (or similar distance video conferencing software).
• Reasoning Ability Ability to communicate with students, school officials, parents and staff;
• Ability to understand and follow directions;
• Ability to resolve conflict among students; Work environment and physical functions T his position is located in office and classroom environments.

Generally, an employee needs to be able to sit, stand, and navigate within the office area. The office equipment either individually used or shared with a department is the responsibility of all employees. Compensation The compensation for this position is expected to be paid by stipend, dependent on the level of education earned by the instructor:

• Bachelor's degree: $2700
• Masters degree: $2700

PhD:

$2775 FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Part-Time

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT

Non-Exempt

SALARY EOE STATEMENT

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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