Share Email Opening Title Funeral Service Instructor   Category Education   Description Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service is located in Decatur, Georgia.  Gupton-Jones College is a non-profit corporation offering post-secondary education to men and women interested in funeral service as a career. Currently, we are seeking candidates for the position of Adjunct Instructor to serve the Pierce Mortuary College’s mission of providing exceptional services for its students across all three campuses.  SUMMARY: Under general supervision plans and implements curriculum and funeral service educational courses for students within the program. Communicates class content to students so that learning occurs, skills are developed, and students are motivated to learn and achieve their educational objectives. REPORTS TO: Academic Dean DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops the syllabus for each course assigned based on GJCFS and Pierce Mortuary College criteria. The syllabus is to include learning objectives expressed in behavioral terms. Distributes the syllabus to the Academic Dean, the Campus President and to each student at the first scheduled class session. Teaches the depth and scope of class materials as outlined in the syllabus and catalog and relates the instruction to careers and employer expectations. Prepare and grades examinations based upon course objectives and published exam schedule and returns all assignments in a timely manner. Implements evaluation for outcomes assessment, and achieves established results while maintaining college standards of student satisfaction. Works creatively in all classes taught to discourage student withdrawal and maintain satisfactory retention. Begin and end each class at the designated times, providing a full period of instruction. Provide tutorial assistance and academic advising to all students when needed. Leaves the classroom or laboratory clean, organized, and ready for the next user. Submits, at the designated time, final grades for all students on the class roster. Accurately maintains attendance records in accordance with the Attendance Policy, maintains a separate record of attendance and grades that is clearly labeled and posted electronically at the end of the term. Calls all students who are absent and submits written reports of pertinent information to the Academic Dean or Campus President in Campus Dean’s absence. Attends faculty meetings, in-service meetings, graduation and other college events as required by the College. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.   Position Requirements MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's degree in Science required. Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university --- Must acquire master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university within five years of their initial appointment date. • Demonstrated ability to work successfully with students, staff, and community from diverse backgrounds and commitment to a culturally diverse work environment. PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Master's degree preferred. Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or the ability to earn a master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university within five years of their initial appointment date. • Teaching experience preferred. • Two years' experience. • Knowledgeable with Financial Aid Regulations and process preferred. • Manage and supervise all federal, state, private and institutional financial aid processed through the Financial Aid Offices at the Pierce College Locations. Monitor federal and state regulatory updates, training manuals, audits, institutional reports, professional aid literature, etc. (e.g., Federal Register, NASFAA and others as needed.) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: • Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies. • Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues. • Ability to work effectively with diverse populations. • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. • Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs. • Teaching and facilitation skills. • Ability to teach and control the behavior of students. • Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current education methodologies and techniques. • Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT: • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. • Light physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time and/or Part-Time   Position Funeral Service Instructor   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Open Date 4/23/2021   Location Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Services #53   About the Organization Wilbert Funeral Services Inc. is a concrete manufacturer and service provider to the funeral service, building trades and agricultural market places. Manufactured products include burial vaults, monuments, septic tanks, retaining walls, storm shelters and miscellaneous agricultural precast products. Our operations include manufacturing plants and warehouses in 20 states.   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://WilbertFuneralServicesInc.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found --

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