Adjunct Instructor - Forestry Technology

  • Lake Charles
  • Louisiana Community And Technical College System
Adjunct Instructor - Forestry Technology

Job no: 494222
Work type: Faculty - Part Time
Location: Lake Charles, LA
Categories: Technical

College: SOWELA

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: School of Transportation & Applied Technology

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct

Duties and Responsibilities: •Teach assigned forestry technology courses, and associated labs in accordance with the college's workload policy.
•Maintain written instructional standards.
•Facilitate instruction in accordance with instructional standards using alternative delivery methods as needed.
•Post and maintain office hours in accordance with policy.
•Maintain familiarity and adherence to school policy.
•Participate in the assessment and development of student learning outcomes.
•Establish, maintain, and submit accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner.
•Assist in the preparation of course proposals, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools.
•Review and update course outlines, lesson plans, textbooks, and field experiences for forestry technology courses.
•Assist with curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programs.
•Implement changes as necessary to maintain a successful forestry technology program.
•Integrate knowledge of customers, competitors, other industries, industry groups, and professional training to continuously improve program quality.
•Work as part of an instructional team by participating in forestry technology course scheduling, department, division, and college meetings.
•Serve on college committees as assigned.
•Work to maintain the integrity of department curriculum.
•Maintain partnerships with local area employers to assist in arranging field experiences for program students.
•Collaborate with college community and area high schools in support of forestry technology events and competitions.
•Assist in recruiting students and supporters for the program.
•Participate in job fairs, recruiting events, and other special events related to the forestry technology program.
•Maintain equipment and supply inventory.
•Act as advisers to student organizations.
•Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
•Advise students on academic and vocational curricula, and career planning.
•Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
•Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Required Education : •Bachelor's degree in forestry for industry and landowners.

Required Experience : •Three years of relevant applied experience.

Preferred Education : •Master's degree in forestry for industry and landowners.

Preferred Experience : •Post-secondary or military equivalent teaching experience.
•3 years leadership experience.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.

Advertised: 03 Nov 2023 Central Daylight Time
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