Philosophy Instructor

The Philosophy Instructor is a full‐time, salaried position responsible for coordinating, planning, preparing, presenting, and evaluating educational instruction in Philosophy. These responsibilities involve developing and implementing the syllabus, achieving student learning outcomes, evaluating student performance, record-keeping, and related activities. Related activities include, but are not limited to, advising, serving on various committees, coordinating with business, industry, and universities, participating in recruiting and retention efforts, and participating in professional activities and organizations. This is a 9-month faculty position reporting to the District Director of Social Science.

QUALIFICATIONS: (a) Master's Degree in Divinity or a Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in Divinity; (b) Community College teaching experience in Philosophy, Religion, or Ethics; (c) experience teaching online; (d) experience with classroom technology; (e) demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; (f) excellent interpersonal communication skills required.

REPORTS TO: District Director of Social Science Instruction

CONTRACT TERM: Nine (9) months

HOURS: 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach Philosophy courses, primarily Intro to Philosophy, Ethics, Religion and Logic

• Prepare, administer, and grade essays, tests, other assignments, and/or program assessment data

• Maintain a record of student attendance as required by the Mississippi Community College Board

• Submit grades, attendance, and outcomes according to the academic calendar

• Manage timely engagement, grading, and communication

• Participate in departmental meetings and committee assignments

• Complete 15 hours of professional development each year

• Ability to travel between campus locations

• Establish effective working relationships with college administration, faculty, staff, and students.

• Adhere to school policy as set in the Policy and Procedures Manual.

• Perform other duties as assigned District Director of Social Science Instruction.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Interested applicants should attach and submit the following:

• Application at www.northwestms.edu

• Resume

• Transcripts

• Three (3) Professional References