Job Title

　　Visiting Instructor - Agricultural Communication

　　Agency

　　Tarleton State University

　　Department

　　Agriculture Education & Communication

　　Proposed Minimum Salary

　　Commensurate

　　Job Location

　　Stephenville, Texas

　　Job Type

　　Faculty

　　Job Description

　　Primarily responsible for the teaching/learning process and will also participate in the necessary operations of the institution. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. Requires the ability to teach and/or work remotely at the University’s discretion. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　100% Teaching and Service:

　　Develop, implement, and review effective teaching/learning processes, incorporating appropriate methodology, technology, and other tools

　　Remain current in discipline and update course content when appropriate to reflect current levels of student knowledge in the discipline

　　Develop a system for ongoing evaluation of both teaching and learning, including expectations of student competency and student learning outcomes

　　Work in partnership with immediate supervisor through a formal system of evaluation of instruction to identify strengths and weaknesses and identify professional development activities to improve student learning

　　Maintain an appropriate schedule of office hours for student access and inquiry

　　Work in partnership with student success personnel on student advising and orientation

　　Participate in institutional service roles such as but not limited to, college committees, club sponsorship, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Earned masters degree in the teaching discipline from an accredited university

　　Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

　　Demonstrate ability in the discipline and show clear promise of teaching excellence as evidenced in evaluation by peers, department head, and college dean.

　　Documents required:

　　Completed online application

　　Cover letter

　　Resume/CV

　　Three professional references with complete contact information

　　Unofficial transcripts

　　Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

　　Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution before a letter of appointment is issued.

　　All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

　　Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

　　Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference.

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　　Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact [email protected] .