Part-Time Instructor - Health/Human Performance - Racket Sports

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Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Part-Time Instructor - Health/Human Performance - Racket Sports

Classification Title F3

Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit $745/LU

Close Date

Position Type/Employee Class Part-Time Instructor

Instructor Status This is a part-time instructor position, non-represented and non-benefited.

Overtime Eligible Exempt

FLSA Status Learned Professional

Campus Location Bend

Primary Purpose

To provide instruction in for-credit activity classes offered by the Health & Human Performance ( HHP ) department. The HHP department offers a wide variety of physical activity classes; this position will teach tennis and other racket sports. The instructor must demonstrate safe and effective teaching and expertise in the activity for which they are applying.

Essenatial Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in activity courses. This includes introducing students to the activity (history of, safety, effective training methods, etc). The instructor will safely and effectively lead/facilitate the class throughout a warm-up, exercise/activity session, and cool-down each day. The instructor will assess each student on participation as well as other academic assignments related to the activity taught. Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day and/or evening, classes taught on or off campus.

• Hold at least one scheduled office hour per class per week for student help sessions and program assistance.

• Utilize College tools and resources, including the Learning Management System and Disability Services software, to support teaching activities as appropriate.

• Participate in course assessment.

• Perform other essential job functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

  Department Specific

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

• Thorough knowledge in the physical activity being taught and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.

• Ability to adapt and use a variety of teaching and assessment techniques including the use of technology to enhance student success.

• Ability to observe, direct, and oversee students ensuring safety in the classroom or laboratory.

• Ability to work with and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles.

• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office suite: various course management systems; technology to teach traditional, hybrid, or online courses; and other technology used in the instruction setting.

• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students, staff, and community members.

• Ability to provide services to students in a manner which does not discriminate as to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual preference or marital status.

• Willingness to travel and or teach at various hours and campus locations, as required.

• Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and the willingness to work as a member of a team with faculty.

• Excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills.

  Ergonomic Requirements

Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• Preparation in the form of a current instructor certification/license from an accredited certifying body in the activity in which you are applying to instruct –OR- a college certificate of completion or degree in a related area.

Experience:

• Demonstrated successful instruction in the activity in which you are applying to instruct, or evidence for the potential for excellence in instruction.

  Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR certification.

• Past experience teaching at the college level.

• Currently certified as a Personal Trainer via ACSM , NSCA , or ACE .

  EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.