Instructor English

General Summary

This is an exciting time at Lake-Sumter State College!

Under the leadership of President Heather Bigard, we are embarking on a bold journey to transform the ways in which we connect and educate our students while embracing our rich history of high-quality education and personalized student support services. We currently serve over 6,500 students each year and plan to grow to over 10,000 in the next several years.

As a Lakehawk, you’ll have the opportunity to connect and collaborate with incredible faculty and staff who are focused on making a real difference in the lives of students in our community. Together, we will continue to create a significant impact to meet the needs of today’s students and prepare for future generations.

We invite you to join us in our commitment to student success!

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

1. Plans and carries out instructional duties, which maximize learning by students.
2. Supervises students in accordance with program procedures, and academic, and course-related concerns.
3. Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course descriptions.
4. Works a minimum of 35 hours per week, which includes 15 classroom hours, 10 office or student contact hours, and 10 hours as needed by the instructor.
5. Assists with registration and/or recruitment when requested.
6. Furnishes each student with a course syllabus listing performance objectives, course expectations, grading procedures, withdrawal procedures, class attendance policies, and office phone and e-mail access.
7. Functions as a member of faculty committees in developing the instructional program and educational philosophy of the college.
8. Attend all scheduled or called meetings by the President or Vice President of Academic Affairs, Deans, and Department Chairs unless excused by the administrator in charge.
9. Teaches all classes for the full period as scheduled.
10. Evaluates student progress and achievement with clear methods presented on course syllabus.

Qualifications

Master's Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in teaching discipline

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Promote a common purpose consistent with stated College goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
• Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Outlook and MS Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
• Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Present a professional image in word, action and attire.
• Demonstrate professionalism in effectively communicating and collaborating with a diverse population while understanding and respecting each other’s view of the world, personalities and working styles.
• Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the College’s standards of ethical conduct.
• Apply effective techniques to work both independently and to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals.
• Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.
• Successfully and consistently exemplify LSSC Core Values of Care, Communication, Collaboration and Celebration