Faculty - Philosophy (174 Day) - Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Goal · To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions. · General Job Summary · The instructor is responsible for fostering student learning through effectively teaching coursework in the area of ...

Job description

Job Goal
To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

General Job Summary
The instructor is responsible for fostering student learning through effectively teaching coursework in the area of Philosophy. A course load of 15 credit hours per semester is required, classes will be a combination of Introduction to Philosophy, Introduction to Ethics, and Basic Reasoning. Teaching schedule will be assigned by the dean and may involve teaching at various Kirkwood locations in a variety of delivery formats including online, hybrid, and face to face. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the instructor will be expected to engage in professional development and contribute professional expertise through non-teaching activities to the department, program, and college. The instructor will be responsible for meeting the goals and objectives of an individual Professional Preparation Plan as outlined by the College's Quality Faculty Plan.

Universal Core Competencies

• Advocate for Continual Improvement, empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability, working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service, anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance, commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead, regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be able and willing to deliver courses in variable delivery times, methods, and locations as required by the college.
• Effectively organize, prepare, and teach assigned courses in accordance with established syllabi to students with varying backgrounds and abilities and adjust teaching techniques accordingly.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback on a regular basis.
• Utilize the Kirkwood Learning Management System to post course syllabi and relevant documents and provide access to student grade book.
• Maintain a minimum of five office hours per week and be available on an as-needed basis for student questions and discussions regarding their performance.
• Participate in curriculum development, revision, and assessment activities at course, program, department, and college levels.
• Discuss program, career, transfer options and other college services with students to support informed academic decisions.
• Participate in the development and/or execution of departmental and college tasks, projects, and goals.
• Maintain relationships with K12, transfer, and community and/or industry partners.
• Regularly engage in professional development activities and actively seek information about developing trends and ideas.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.
• Be able and willing to represent the college in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve.
• Establish and maintain good working relationship with students, colleagues, staff, administrators, and the general public.
• Read, understand, and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form and possess digital literacy skills related to computer technology.
• Be creative, energetic, and self-motivated with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Activities With/Without Reasonable Accommodation
Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant %) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Philosophy from an accredited institution of higher education required, or Master's degree in a related field plus 12 credits of graduate level Philosophy coursework.

Preferred Qualifications, Licenses, Certifications, Or Registrations

• Ph.D. in Philosophy or related discipline with 12 graduate credit hours in Philosophy
• Higher education teaching experience.
• Community college teaching experience.

EEO/AA STATEMENT:It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, ,, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO , Telephone: FAX: , TDD

Why Kirkwood
Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.