1. Teaching:

a. Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline;

b. Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods;

c. Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair;

d. Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles;

e. Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner;

f. Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines;

g. Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs;

h. Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.

2. Academic Advising:

a. Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community;

b. Provide access to students through electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues;

3. Professional Development:

a. Establish annual objectives for professional growth;

b. Keep pace with developments in the discipline;

c. Learn and apply technologies that support student learning and

d. Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college.

4. Institutional and Community Service:

a. Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises;

b. Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities;

c. Actively participate in department, college or system meetings and/ or committees;

d. Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS;

e. Participate in college-related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special programs;

f. Participate in business and/or student activities and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of HCCS;

g. Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards and

h. Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines and requirements of business/ industry, and higher education.