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Louisiana Department of State Civil Service Full-time Instructor of Geography in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Full-time Instructor of Geography
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Full-time Instructor of Geography
Salary
$0.00 Annually
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Unclassified
Job Number
BRCC12142023-LH
Department
Baton Rouge Community College
Opening Date
12/14/2023
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
Supplemental Information
Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) seeks to fill the position of Instructor of Geography. The Instructor of Geography is located in Fine Arts. This is a full-time position. This position is open for recruitment.
REPORTS TO:
Fine Arts and Communication Department Chair
COMPENSATION:
Anticipated starting salary will be commensurate with education and work experience. For more information about Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC), visit http://www.mybrcc.edu/.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applications for this position should include a cover letter, resume/CV, transcripts, and names of contact information for three (3) work-related references. These documents must be attached to your application to be considered.
Incomplete applications will not be considered
CONTACT INFORMATION:
LaTasha Howard, MBA
Office of Human Resources
Baton Rouge Community College
201 Community College Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
RecruitTalent@mybrcc.edu
A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. An offer of employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check.
This organization participates in the E-Verify program. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at (888) 464-4218.
BRCC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects the entire BRCC family. We don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our students, and our institution.
Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability
As an executive branch state agency, the Baton Rouge Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five (5) years.
Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/office-of-state-ada-coordinator/.
Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM:
Any master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in geography (geography-based anthropology coursework is acceptable)
At least two years teaching college-level geography courses (with emphasis on cultural geography) including serving as a graduate assistant
Proficient in geographic concepts, theories, and methodologies, including physical geography, human geography, and cartography.
Proficient in creating engaging lesson plans, interactive activities, and hands-on experiences to enhance the learning process.
Proficient in verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively convey geographical concepts, theories, and research findings.
PREFERRED:
Master’s degree in Geography (emphasis in Cultural Geography preferred)
At least five years teaching college-level geography courses (with emphasis on cultural geography)
Experience teaching early college/dual enrollment high school students
Familiarly with course content delivery using a learning management system (LMS) such as Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard, etc.
Track record of cross-disciplinary collaboration
Involvement in community outreach and service, connecting geography to real-world issues and promoting the importance of geographical understanding
Advanced knowledge of geographic concepts, theories, and methodologies, including physical geography, human geography, and cartography
Advanced knowledge in the creation of engaging lesson plans, interactive activities, and hands-on experiences to enhance the learning process
Advanced verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively convey geographical concepts, theories, and research findings
Job Concepts
The Instructor of Geography designs and implements curriculum, fostering a stimulating learning environment that guides students in understanding geographical principles, spatial analysis, and global perspectives. The instructor is expected to have a passion for geographical exploration, effective teaching methods, and a commitment to inspiring students to appreciate the interconnectedness of the world.
30% Teach the equivalent of five (5) face-to-face and online courses per semester (fall and spring)
20% College service (committee assignments, recruitment events, etc.)
15% Develop and revise curricula
15% Advise students
15% Professional development (conferences, workshops, publications, etc.)
5% Other duties as assigned
Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.
Agency
State of Louisiana
Address
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
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