CEWD Part-Time Instructor, Commercial Truck Driving (CDL)

Part-Time Commercial Truck Driving (CDL) Instructor This is a Part-Time Instructor Pool in our Continuing Education Workforce Development (CEWD) department for available assignments during the academic year. This position is limited to no more than 19 hours per week. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview. Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends. If a degree, certification or licensure is required, the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications must be received in the Office of Human Resources within (30) days of hire. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES website for further information. Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender equity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service or veteran's status. This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check. Essential Job Duties Instructs and supervises a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations Possess a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources Assists in the recruitment and retention of students Advises students in academic matters or refers students to appropriate resources Assess students' performance through a range of measurement activities and keeps them informed of their progress in a timely manner Engages students face-to-face and through electronic communications Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others Assists in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives Builds positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments Provides recommendations to the CDL Program Coordinator regarding curriculum, instruction, and CEWD/campus operations Exhibits a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities Adheres to Alvin College's policies and procedures. Attends institutional meetings as required. Other duties as assigned. The employee typically works in a classroom environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of a classroom. Employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.