Online Instructor - Master's Degree Program
ONLINE INSTRUCTOR
SUMMARY The Online Instructor delivers engaging and effective online instruction to help students achieve their course and program objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Facilitate online courses following established guidelines and utilizing modern educational technologies.
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Provide constructive and detailed feedback on assignments while offering additional support to students facing challenges with course content.
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Maintain a student success rate of at least 70% across all classes taught within the program.
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Record and manage student grades in compliance with institutional policies, ensuring timely submission of final grades to update transcripts and records.
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Contribute to student retention efforts by proactively reaching out via phone, email, or text to disengaged students and documenting outreach in the faculty portal.
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Refer students with inquiries about financial aid, transcripts, or other concerns to the appropriate departments.
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Participate in required professional development sessions and in-service training.
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Monitor student progress and collaborate with Program Directors and Student Services Coordinators to address academic concerns.
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Stay updated on advancements in educational technology and industry trends.
Note: The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as needed.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
MENTAL TASKS
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Communicate effectively.
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Read, comprehend, and execute tasks based on written and oral instructions, as well as through observation.
PHYSICAL TASKS
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Perform tasks such as sorting, organizing, and filing documents.
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Write and input data.
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Maintain normal hearing range for communication purposes.
METHODS, TECHNIQUES, PROCEDURES
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Review and utilize relevant documents, reports, and forms.
EQUIPMENT, AIDS, TOOLS, MATERIALS
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Operate standard office equipment, including telephones, copiers, printers, and computers.
WORKING CONDITIONS
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Work primarily in an indoor office setting with exposure to moderate noise levels.
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Engage with employees, students, and the public.
SUPERVISION
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No supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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A Master’s degree, professional degree (e.g., JD, MD), or a baccalaureate degree accompanied by recognized professional certification in the specialty field.
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Graduation from an accredited program acknowledged by the U.S. Secretary of Education or CHEA in the field or subject area taught.
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At least three (3) years of teaching experience in the subject area, or three (3) years of relevant occupational experience in the field or closely related areas.
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A minimum of 15 semester credit hours or equivalent in the subject area.
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Current license, certification, or credentials as required by local, state, or federal laws, excluding instructors teaching non-core (e.g., general education) courses.
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Experience with course management systems like Blackboard (preferred).
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Familiarity with online instruction techniques (preferred).
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Proficiency in software applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, video conferencing tools, and other internet-based applications.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.