About this role
FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach courses as assigned by the Director of Online Faculty Support.
- Utilize a variety of supplementary resources (i.e. instructional technology, guest speakers, current articles and literature, discipline specific equipment, etc.).
- Actively engage in retention activities including documented communication with both students and administration regarding attendance and progress.
- Submit assigned grading and attendance documentation on deadline.
- Provide assistance for the planning, development, and maintenance of program curriculum.
- Work with the Director of Online Faculty Support to resolve student concerns.
- Grade tests, projects, and other assignments in a required timeframe.
- Record and maintain accurate student grade records.
- Is aware of the school catalog, faculty handbook, and understands all the procedures and expectations stated within it as well as policies stated therein.
- Participate in the evaluation of textbooks and other instructional materials.
- Submit final grades by established deadline.
- Perform start and end-of-the term procedures including preparing the course for the next term.
- Provide annual documentation of continued Faculty Development and Professional Development.
- Attend scheduled company meetings, in-service workshops and faculty meetings and incorporate learned concepts into classroom instruction.
- Adhere to and support school policies and procedures as referenced in the employee handbook, faculty handbook, and catalog.
- Perform such other duties as may be specified by the Director of Online Faculty Support
QUALIFICATIONS:
SKILLS
Documented expertise in academic subject area as demonstrated by degrees, transcripts, licenses & certifications, and resumes. Expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills in online environment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Relevant work experience, certifications, Master's degree required (for General Education only), Doctorate degree preferred as per accreditation and state licensing standards.
- At least 18 credit hours in subject required to teach (for General Education only)
- Prior post-secondary online teaching experience preferred.
Other facts
About Education Affiliates
FORTIS is a post-secondary network of colleges and institutes that engages students in a powerful learning and training experience for lifelong growth. With the addition of each new campus, FORTIS now offers career-based certificate, diploma and degree-granting programs at more than 40 schools in 15 states.
FORTIS College and FORTIS Institute campuses prepare students for careers in healthcare, nursing, medical, dental, business, information technology, massage, cosmetology and the skilled trades such as welding and HVAC.
FORTIS College Online also offers online learning platforms for a variety of associate degree programs for adults and members of the military community.
Each of our colleges and institutes are institutionally accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies:
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS)
Accrediting Commission of the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET)
Accrediting Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE)
For consumer information please visit www.fortis.edu
What you'll do
- The Online Instructor is responsible for teaching assigned courses, engaging with students, and maintaining accurate records of grades and attendance. They will also assist in curriculum development and participate in faculty meetings.
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