Job description

SUMMARY: Reporting directly to the campus Academic Dean and/or University Chair of General Education, the Associate Professor, General Education supports the University in fulfillment of its mission, purpose and goals. Provides program-specific expertise and is actively engaged in relevant department initiatives. Supports University, Campus, and/or departmental goals in order to assure compliance with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet student learning, workplace and placement expectations. Provides professional leadership and support, and serves as an educator, role model, mentor and facilitator. Focuses extensively on facilitating student learning associated with prescribed course and program learning outcomes. Creates an educational environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability. Actively and substantively participates in assessment of student learning activities at the course and program level to maximize the potential for students to learn what is necessary to meet prescribed outcomes. Vigorously upholds a culture of academic integrity.

GENERAL SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Records and posts daily class attendance and grades as required, completes and submits assignments in a timely manner, and grades tests, quizzes, lab assignments promptly, returning constructive feedback to students as soon as possible. Engages in systematic collection of student’s work for University outcomes assessment purposes. Maintains and uses West Coast University officially approved syllabus template and prepares/distributes syllabi in a timely fashion. Submits accurate grade-in-progress report(s) as required during the term/semester in accordance with the posted syllabus to the campus program Dean or Chair. Posts accurate points and final course grades earned throughout the term/semester in accordance with the posted syllabus as per teaching assignment(s). Assists with program activities to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accrediting bodies, and University policies and procedures in concert with other West Coast University campus programs. Reviews and recommends improvements and enhancements to the consistency and quality of course offerings, course/program development, and curriculum. Participates in student success activities such as engaging in student academic counseling and/or establishing a point of contact for internal resource/access for student issues. Assures students are provided instructional support services within the subject area taught to maintain the highest level of student achievement while safeguarding the integrity of the educational process.

Records and posts daily class attendance and grades as required, completes and submits assignments in a timely manner, and grades tests, quizzes, lab assignments promptly, returning constructive feedback to students as soon as possible. Engages in systematic collection of student’s work for University outcomes assessment purposes. Serves as a mentor, role model and facilitator and provides guidance and academic support for students. Attends meetings as required to share information, guidelines and procedures, coordinates activities, and to further disseminate information across the assigned department. Regularly attends and participates in program Learning Communities and Program Outcomes Assessment Committees. Follows proper procedures/channels of communication. Participates in the learning outcome review and program review Participates in professional development and organizations in order to remain current in the field. Maintains professional appearance for position and is courteous and approachable to students. Maintains regular and timely attendance, reports to work as scheduled and assures time worked and/or time-off is recorded properly. Adheres to University policies and procedures and conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the University’s Code of Ethical Conduct, Compliance Agreement, Sexual Harassment Policy or any of its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards. Maintains confidentiality of all student, associate, and/or University information as required. Exercises care, proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies and identifies unsafe conditions and makes appropriate adjustments. Maintains order, cleanliness and safety at work. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: Doctorate or terminal degree in specialty field required or Masters degree in specialty field with a Doctorate in a closely related field required. Additional preparation considered (advance practice roles) if not Doctorate prepared. If applicable, certification(s) in area(s) of specialization required. Must provide a documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including but not limited to education theory and practice, or current concepts relative to specific subjects he or she will be teaching, or current clinical practice experience, or distance education techniques and delivery.

EXPERIENCE: Six or more years of full time documented (120 units; e.g. 40 3-unit course or their equivalent) teaching experience in a University setting which could include two or more years of teaching for West Coast University. Instructional experience must be at institutions which are regionally accredited. OR Previous rank of associate professor from a regionally accredited institution. Working with online learning management systems to further engage the student learning process desirable. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed. Program specific: Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards and/or accreditation bodies.

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