Posted: 02/05/2015 | Employer: WITC
Gerontology Program Instructor @ WITC Ashland & Superior Campuses *2015*Posting Number: 2010357Position Type: FacultyDepartment: Family and Consumer ServicesPosition Overview Applications are currently being accepted from learning-focused, creative and dynamic candidates for a full-time Northern Tier (Ashland/Superior) Gerontology Program Instructor at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College. This position can be based out of either the Ashland or Superior campuses and includes travel. The Gerontology program provides comprehensive and holistic training for professionals in the field of aging to work in a variety of settings inclusive of human services, health care and long-term care institutions; federal, state, and local government agencies, retirement communities, professional organizations and business and industry. Primary responsibilities include curriculum design, program development, instruction, fieldwork coordination and oversight, academic/club advising, program promotion/recruitment, and active participation in related divisional, collegewide and external activities.Required Core Abilities: WITC seeks to employ individuals with talent, commitment, enthusiasm, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to:
-Assess own learning and progress toward established personal and professional goals
-Demonstrate creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
-Communicate effectively in personal and group settings
-Contribute to a diverse, respectful, and inclusive working and learning environment
-Effect change and demonstrate flexibility and positive leadership
-Acquire and apply technology to working and learningQualifications: 1. Master’s degree in Gerontology; or Master’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or health-related area.
2. Minimum of two years (4,000 hours) occupational experience working in the Gerontology field as per WTCS certification occupational requirements.*
3. Teaching experience preferred.
4. Curriculum development experience preferred.
5. Experience using alternative instructional delivery methods preferred.
*Copy and paste the following url into your browser to view the 10-544-1 Gerontology Certification Occupational Document:
http://mywtcs.wtcsystem.edu/student-success/certification-occupational-documents/healthJob Description Learner Success
• Facilitates learning for all students
• Accommodates a variety of learning styles
• Embeds diversity in classroom activities
• Uses a variety of instructional delivery methods
• Incorporates appropriate teaching methods and technologies in the learning process
• Assesses learners in a variety of ways
• Uses a variety of assessment methods and tools including but not limited to performance assessments, skills checklists, writing assignments, tests, quizzes, group work, partner activities, short- and long-term projects, and employment portfolios
• Documents assessment of learner achievement, core abilities, course competencies, and program outcomes
• Partners with learners
• Helps learners define and achieve their academic and career goals
• Maintains availability to learners during posted office hours and by using email, voicemail, and/or online postings
• Provides academic advising for learners
• Demonstrates support for student clubs and organizations
• Writes course-appropriate curricula
• Continually improves course content that reflects course competencies as well as current workplace practices
• Develops and updates learning opportunities that reflect WITC’s Learning College tenets
• Collaborates with colleagues from all disciplines to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach and perspective to teaching and learning
• Researches and selects textbooks, library resources, software, and other learning materials
• Develops, implements, and annually updates an Individualized Learning Plan
• Stays current in area(s) of teaching
• Continues education and training in area(s) of teaching in accordance with accrediting commission, agencies, and professional associations
• Includes industry work experience, job shadowing, and/or participation in professional or trade organizations
Operational Effectiveness
• Manages learning environments in a manner consistent with college policies and procedures
• Distributes to learners, and places on file, an up-to-date syllabus for each course
• Records and submits grades
• Maintains other records as required
• Communicates using email, voicemail, and/or online postings
• Monitors condition and safety of classrooms and labs and reports needed maintenance and repairs
• Solicits quotations and bids and procures supplies and equipment
• Assists in student recruitment and job placement activities
• Participates in campus promotional activities such as open houses and career days
• Announces and/or posts job openings provided by area employers
• Works with appropriate staff to facilitate job placement
Partnerships
• Partners with the Divisional Dean, Family & Consumer Services, in fulfilling the mission, vision, and values of the College
• Collaborates in the scheduling of classes
• Assumes an active role in the assessment of own professional performance
• Participates actively in campus, collegewide, regional, and state teams and committees
• Participates in operational planning processes
• Recruits, constructs, and annually consults with advisory committees and business partners
• Serves on selection committees to hire new staff
• Mentors other faculty
• Fosters the college’s community relationships
• Promotes relationships with high schools and other colleges and universities
• Promotes relationships with area business and industryPosting Date: 02/04/2015Testing Date: Testing Time: Testing Place: No testing required for this position.Closing Date 02/25/2015Open Until Filled NoSpecial Instructions to Applicants: Your application will be considered complete when we have received a completed application, a cover letter addressing all of the qualifications for this position, a resume, and original or copies of official or unofficial college transcripts. If you have noted an educational degree on your application, WITC requests transcripts to support your degree. Official transcripts are required prior to an offer of employment.
If unable to scan or attach transcripts, please mail to Human Resources at the address below or fax to 715.468.7752:
WITC
505 Pine Ridge Drive
Shell Lake WI 54871
Please include the posting number on the envelope or fax cover to facilitate the processing of your application.Weeks per year 38 weeks per yearHours per week 35 hours per weekSalary Hiring Range $50,753 – $59,976 annualBenefit Information Health Insurance
Flexible Spending/Health Savings Account
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Wisconsin Retirement
Holidays
Personal Leave
Sick Leave – Personal and Family
Life/AD&D Insurance
Professional Development
403b Tax Sheltered Annuity/Match
More detailed information online at http://www.witc.edu/jobscontent/pdfs/benefits/FacultyBenefitsSummary.pdf