General Summary:
An Education Division Instructor is primarily responsible for developing, enhancing and teaching
designated courses for the Division of Education. In addition, this position will entail advising
students in the selection of courses, and monitoring their progress with coursework and the TEP
process; assisting with registration and College processes and documentation; communicating
regularly and as needed with SKC staff, administration and faculty; maintaining records and student
files for students in the Education programs and participating on the SKC Education Advisory Board
and other committees as needed.
Additional responsibilities include: collaboration with education faculty and staff in preparing teacher
candidates for the TEP interview and portfolio process, and monitoring/assessing their progress as they
complete all three phases of the TEP program, as well as assisting with the field experiences and
overall management of clinical teaching placements.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach courses as assigned by the Division of Education
Develop and follow course syllabi in accordance with SKC guidelines
Assess and document student/candidate learning
Maintain a minimum number of office hours as required by the college
Exhibit professional and respectful relations and communications with students and other SKC personnel, including civil and courteous interactions on and off campus
Fulfill the responsibilities of a student advisor
Advising students in the selection of courses and their progress with coursework
Assisting with registration and paperwork
Communicating regularly and as needed with SKC students, staff, administration and faculty
Maintaining records and student files for students in the Division of Education
Participating on the SKC Education Advisory Board and other committees as needed
Preparing students for the TEP interview and portfolio process and monitoring their progress as they complete all phases of the TEP program
Engage with the Division of Education’s mission and vision
Participate as an active member of the DOE’s team in its efforts to continually monitor and improve programs to meet the Division and College's goals as well as assist in accreditation responsibilities
Participate in Division-related events and convenings, including Advisory Board meetings, curriculum development tasks, accreditation tasks, and other Division related work.
Qualifications:
The requirements for this position are a Master’s in Education, and the undergraduate degree must be in Education or a related field; a Doctorate preferred.
Minimum of three years’ experience teaching young children (pre-K to 8th grade).
Experience teaching or mentoring adults.
Experience writing and evaluating lesson plans and developing educational curriculum.
Demonstrate knowledge of the theories and strategies involved in learning and instruction.
Computer skills such as spreadsheets, data input, online learning platforms, and word processing.
Knowledge of the practices, customs, and origins of the Seliš (Salish), Ql̓ispé (Pend O’Reille), and Ksanka (Kootenai) Tribes and the mission and goals of Salish Kootenai College.
Knowledge of protecting people, data and property.
The ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
The ability to communicate professionally, consistently and effectively through written, spoken and visual media.
To apply you must submit an SKC application, cover letter, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email Venessa_sandoval@skc.eduDavid_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement. Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position. The information you provide with your application and resume will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.