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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Instructors are responsible for preparing and providing quality curriculum, instruction, and assessment that leads to student success. Recognizing the diverse backgrounds of students, instructors foster student growth and prepare them for success in the workplace and/or a pathway to further education. This position works to promote social justice within the division and the larger academic institution. Instruction will be primarily face-to-face with some hybrid teaching Teaching terms would be: Spring/Fall with a July 1, 2024 start date This position includes occasional weekend work to assist with State Practicals (4/year). Essential Functions: 1. Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect. 2. Instruction - Supporting Actions Include: Prepares coherent lesson plans which align with competency based learning and reflect knowledge of subject matter and the students in the course. Delivers course via multiple modes of delivery. Scaffolds and differentiates instruction so that all students can engage with the content in a rigorous and thought-provoking manner. Assists all students in learning content knowledge in support of the College SuccessAbilities. Understands and incorporates a variety of teaching methods, assessments, and technologies that align with class objectives, course competencies, and program outcomes. Uses a variety of formative assessments to gauge student learning, adjust instruction, and provide timely feedback to students. Incorporates performance-based assessment strategies and other forms of summative assessments. Collaborates with other programs, faculty, and teams to support learning. Collaborates with all students and Western staff to retain students and assist them in being successful. 3. Classroom Management - Supporting Actions Include: Uses student feedback and other data for continuous improvement. Is accessible, available, and responsive to support a safe, positive learning environment. Understands and conveys the student code of conduct. Supports student success through referrals to appropriate student services. Defines and utilizes clear classroom policies and procedures that supports a positive learning environment and academic risk taking. Maintains labs, classrooms, and clinical spaces for safety, functionality, and sustainability. 4. Professional and Academic Leadership - Supporting Actions Include: Develops and continually revises curriculum that reflects diverse perspectives, SuccessAbilities and technical content to meet industry or regulatory standards. Engages in reflective practice. Participates in ongoing development to continually refine teaching methods through College trainings and professional development opportunities. Models the College Values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Integrity, Teamwork, and Respect. Implements the Core Values with the end result of student success. Actively participates in College initiatives and work groups (e.g. hiring committees, learning teams, etc.) Works collaboratively within program/department to support orientation, registration, advising, mentoring, recruiting, and other activities. Maintains necessary credentials and professional development in accordance with Higher Learning Commission, WTCS Faculty Quality Assurance System, other program accreditation or individual occupational licensures and state and federal law. Develops ongoing partnerships with students, coworkers, supervisors and the community. Uses College systems to maintain class records and develop curriculum. Uses data to measure quality outcomes related to student success and design improvement strategies as appropriate to maintain program/department integrity. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education and Occupational Requirements: Bachelor\'s degree years (4000 hrs) occupational experience with one year occupational experience in the last 5 years Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience Fire Fighter 2 Certification Fire Inspector Certification Fire Emergency Services Instructor 2 Certification Required Certification/Licenses: Eligible for/or meets WTCS Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements. Testing: Hearing Baseline Test and Audiogram ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.westerntc.edu/employment/