Full-time Instructional Staff are professional, credentialed educators whose primary responsibility is to provide high-quality learning experiences in curriculum or continuing education courses within their areas of expertise for all Rockingham Community College (RCC) students. They are classified as exempt professionals, earn annual leave, and are expected to fulfill instructional responsibilities within a 38-hour workweek. Instructional Staff deliver instruction on the main campus, online, and at approved off-site locations. T
Their responsibilities include, but are not limited to, planning, organizing, promoting, and delivering courses across multiple modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats, and serving diverse student populations. They are expected to complete all instructional and academic responsibilities in a timely manner and in alignment with the mission, policies, and procedures of RCC, the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), and relevant accrediting agencies.
In addition to instructional duties, Instructional Staff provide academic advising, student support and follow-up services, assist with recruitment and retention efforts, and perform other duties as assigned; and they must be capable of delivering effective instruction to high school, first generation, low-income and adult learners in a variety of educational settings.
Curriculum and Instruction• Develop with other program faculty and instructional staff for appropriate program level competencies that outline
expected student learning outcomes in curriculum and continuing education courses.
• Update and revise existing courses for relevancy and currency consistent with the position and mission of the College.
• Develop new curriculum and continuing education programs and courses.
• Develop course syllabi for curriculum and continuing education courses to include the course description from the
NCCCS combined course library and outlining clear and appropriate student learning outcomes and expectations.
• Create the development of appropriate assessments of established learning outcomes for all courses taught in the
program.
• Report student progress in mastering established learning outcomes based on identified and approved assessments.
• Implement and provide effective instruction which demonstrates appropriate knowledge of specialized field in
accordance with best practice literature.
• Teach an appropriate instructional course.
• Teach courses at times that meet students’ and employer schedules to include day, evening, online and weekends.
• Demonstrate the effective use of best practice methods to maximize student learning and success.
• Maintain appropriate classroom standards that include the effective management of students in the
classroom/lab/clinical environment in a way that promotes student learning.
• Post and maintain regular office hours to ensure accessibility for advisement of students and consultation with
colleagues and day, evening and online students.
• Establish work-based learning experiences, internships, and job shadowing experiences with employers in coordination
with directors and deans.
• Order textbooks, instructional materials, and supplies as needed for instruction following established procedures.
• Provide coverage, when necessary, as designated by supervisor, for other faculty and instructional staff within the
department in case of absences.
• Assist in the development of curriculum and continuing education class schedules cooperatively with other
departments and divisions of the college and submitting to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with established NCCCS performance measures, national benchmarks, etc. for the appropriate
program as prescribed by the NCCCS and accrediting and registration entities.
• Provide timely and accurate membership records of students enrolled in curriculum and continuing education and
submit per established timelines.
• Recommend part-time faculty to the appropriate supervisor to teach courses as needed in assigned program and
continuing education classes.
• Mentor part-time faculty as needed in the assigned program.
• Use Watermark to engage students and improve student retention and provide proactive outreach for students.
• Engage with employers to determine state-of-the-art practices, procedures, and equipment related to maintaining an upto-date instructional program that would be valued in the RCC service area (Rockingham County).
• Establish partnerships and engage with K-12 career technical education teachers and staff.
• Maintain professional growth and best practices in the subject matter through involvement in professional
organizations, meetings, conferences and on and off campus workshops to remain relevant.
• Recruit and promote enrollment in curriculum and workforce continuing education classes
• Develop and maintain an electronic learning site for all assigned curriculum and continuing education courses through
the current learning management system.
• Maintain the LMS gradebook so it accurately reflects student grades within a two-week grading window for recent
student assessments.
• Ensure that all online content is accessible per federal and institutional accreditation guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of computer operations required for instruction, advisement, retention, and
other college recognized forms of communication.
• Uphold the dignity of the profession by appropriate dress, professional behavior, and professional communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information per RCC and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
guidelines.
Student Development Support• Maintain posted office hours in accordance with requirements outlined in the Academic Procedures Manual.
• Be available to students on a regular basis for out-of-class tutorial support.
• Participate in recruitment activities for RCC.
• Advise students relative to course requirements, expectations, and completion standards in a manner that promotes
student success and reflects best practice.
• Participate in the college’s registration and orientation sessions as assigned.
• Maintain student files within the department as required by the accreditation agency and state and/or local policy.
• Refer students to Student Development personnel for guidance, counseling, and resource assistance following
prescribed procedures on an as needed basis.
• Coordinate retention strategies with the appropriate faculty and administrative staff to maximize student retention.
• Support program enrichment activities, i.e. guest speakers, field trips, job shadows, internships and work-based
learning.
Administrative Services Support• Participate in budget development for assigned program to the appropriate supervisor.
• Comply with purchasing policies and procedures set forth for RCC.
• Review needs for equipment, supplies and instructional materials and recommend purchases
• Maintain program budget
• Manage classroom, lab facilities and equipment for program area for safety, maintenance, and professional standards.
• Ensure that all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards are met and comply with the General
Duty Clause of the OSH Act to ensure that programs operate in a safe and healthful environment.
• Ensure that all Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards are met and remain current with the standards in the
field.
Institutional Support• Work a minimum 38-hour workweek in accordance with RCC policies and procedures.
• Assist with the implementation and enforcement of all policies and procedures of RCC.
• Attend meetings, conferences, seminars, briefings, and training sessions called to expedite the business of the college.
• Attend extracurricular functions that promote the collegiate life.
• Serve on local, state, regional and/or national committees upon request and/or approval from the administration.
• Serve on college committees and work groups as assigned to expedite college business and to be involved in the
decision-making process of the college.
• Demonstrate a personal and professional attitude reflects positively upon the individual and supports the mission,
vision and values of RCC.
• Participate in the activities for institutional accreditation.
Public Relations Support• Maintain effective intra-institution relationships with members of the Board of Trustees, President’s Senior Staff,
Administrative Staff, faculty, and support personnel of the college.
• Provide appropriate liaison support with the NCCCS and other relational entities.
• Represent RCC at community and outside organization functions/events and participate in outreach events to promote
programs, courses, and the College.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate Program Director/Coordinator, Department Chair, Dean, Vice President for Academic Affairs and/or the President of Rockingham Community College.
The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.
Required:- Journey-level (at least 4 years) construction industry experience in any skilled craft trade and a working understanding of the residential building process, from site excavation through certificate of occupancy.
- Ability to perform and teach basic carpentry, including floor, wall, and ceiling/roof framing, stair construction, exterior finish work, and roofing fundamentals, with an emphasis on safety and proper use of personal protection equipment (PPE).
- Applicant must be willing to earn National Center for Construction Education Research (NCCER) certifications within the first three months.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community organizations, employers, college personnel, and the general public.
- Treat all individuals with respect and contribute to a workplace environment characterized by integrity and professionalism.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and administrators at all levels of the College.
- Maintain flexibility to work a varied schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends, as required.
