Full-Time Faculty, Programming and Networking/Cybersecurity

Essential Duties: The following list of duties applies to a full-time NWACC faculty member. Please note that some faculty positions include a combination of teaching and administrative or service duties, as noted below. (Refer to Faculty Workload Policy 5009.)15 teaching load hours as defined in the faculty workload policy25 clock hours Preparation/evaluation Class-related in-person office hours (or virtual office hours with supervisor approval) Service to the College Professional Development InstructionFacilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes, using each course's standard course outline as a guide. The standard teaching load for full-time faculty teaching credit courses is 15 load hours per semester during the nine-month employment period. Faculty on 12-month appointments teach 12 load hours in the summer for a total of 42 load hours annually. 12-month faculty may substitute other duties as assigned by their supervisor for the 12 load hours during the summer semester. Furthermore, several faculty positions include a combination of teaching and administrative or service duties. On occasion, faculty may receive a reduced instructional load to complete other duties related to the function of the college. Each semester's instructional load will be assigned by the faculty member's supervisor, which will be determined by the nature of the position, the needs of the department, and workload guidelines established by college policy. (Policy 5009) Develop course curriculum, course handouts, lectures, labs, and presentations. Participate in program level learning assessment. Participation includes helping articulate learning outcomes, choosing, and administering measures, evaluating student performance, and suggesting changes to improve student learning. Work with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate. Schedule, supervise, debrief, and evaluate students in clinical, internship, observation, field experience, and similar settings as appropriate for the course or program. Be available to meet with students. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly communicated to supervisors and to students through the course syllabus each semester. Assign grades, maintain course/student records in accordance with FERPA regulations, and submit grades and records by established deadlines. Meet all classes and other scheduled responsibilities, such as office hours and meetings at the designated times. A faculty member should inform the supervisor if he or she is unable to meet a class on time. Teach courses by alternative delivery methods as needed. The teaching load could include teaching at other facilities in Benton or Washington County and/or during the evenings or weekends. Teaching assignments will depend on the program, the course, and the needs of the students. Tutor at facilities in both Benton and Washington Counties. Tutor during day, afternoon, night, and/or weekend. Attend departmental, divisional, and college-wide meetings. Professional Development The following are examples of what may be considered professional development. Some of these may be required based on the nature of the program, division, and/or college policy. Participate in faculty evaluation process. Remain current in academic or program discipline, including attending professional conferences and maintaining licensure, certification, or continuing education requirements where appropriate. Receive training or stay current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning. Participate in college professional development activities. Service to the College The following are examples of what may be considered service to the college. Some of these may be required based on the nature of the program, division, and/or college policy. Serve on standing and ad hoc committees, programmatic advisory boards, hiring committees, or faculty senate ("Committee" is defined broadly as committee work, club sponsorship, work on advisory boards, tutoring, etc.).Attend local, regional, state, or national meetings where required or necessary for the discipline. Mentor and/or assist in orienting new faculty either formally or informally. Serve as a liaison for Early College Experience faculty. Attend commencement or other ceremonies appropriate to the faculty member's discipline or program. Perform other academically related duties as assigned by the instructor's supervisor. Participate in faculty business meetings and forums. Participate in community and other educational activities outside of the college to promote and market the college, programs, and/or students and graduates. An activity or assignment is not considered service to the college if the faculty member receives a stipend, release time, or other additional payment or benefit for their participation. However, reimbursement for, or payment of, incurred travel/business expenses, pursuant to College policy and/or Federal or State regulation, is allowed. Other duties as assigned Faculty teaching in some academic areas may have other duties assigned based on the requirements for courses, degrees, certificates, and accrediting bodies. Summary of duties Participates in the continued development and implementation of the NWACC networking program. Recruits students. Serves on college committees. Develops professional attributes. Mentors and advises students pursuing the Networking/Cybersecurity degree. Maintains current Networking/Cybersecurity curriculum. Demonstrates excellence in teaching. Rate of pay: determined by faculty scale placement (education and years of experience) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education academic and social programs. Knowledge of campus and community resources. Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs. Ability to coordinate the activities of campus academic and/or social programs. Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations. Ability to compile information into report form. Physical Demands/Work Environment The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is: Frequently:

• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking Constantly:
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion
• Talking