Baking and Pastry Instructor - Full Time - Stratford University

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The Faculty Member is responsible for the success and proper delivery of the assigned Stratford University academic program courses. Specific responsibilities will include enhancing the University’s standing as a provider of degree granting related curriculum and the development of new curriculum. The Faculty Member is expected to work collaboratively with the Program Director, Campus Dean and academic support programs to facilitate student success and strengthen the reputation of the university by promoting excellence through curriculum development and delivery. Active participation in departmental, campus and college committees is required.

Functions:

Participate in the development, evaluation and revision of the curriculum in collaboration with program directors

Deliver the curriculum as developed by faculty and deans

 

Develop, update and maintain syllabi based upon the approved curriculum.

 

Introduce hybrid components with threaded discussions through MOODLE

 

Assist in the selection of course materials, library holdings, instructional equipment and educational resources

 

Promote student success by engaging students in the learning process

 

Utilize appropriate library resources and educational technology to enhance student learning

 

Maintain class schedules and instructional integrity through adherence to lesson plans

 

Ensure positive student outcomes through continuing assessment of student learning

 

Conduct on-going assessment of student progress

 

Accommodate students special needs and/or those who are undergoing unique circumstances and reach out to at risk students

 

Facilitate student retention and placement through positive student interactions

 

Advise and assist students in assigned academic program

 

Remain current in specialized discipline through continuing education and professional development implemented in approved Annual Faculty Development Plan

 

Participate in university wide activities for students, faculty and the community such as new student orientation, open houses, graduation exercises, faculty meetings and faculty education programs, including graduation ceremonies

 

Maintain appropriate records related to students, attendance, grades, and other documents and insure delivery to the appropriate academic administrator in a timely manner

Qualifications:

Critical Skills and Job Complexity:
 Strong commitment to high academic standards, and ability to provide leadership in maintaining and strengthening academic excellence and enhancing the University’s standing

 

Ability to articulate the role of the assigned curriculum ultimately serving the broader student body

 

Communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing

 

Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand information and ideas as presented verbally

 

Communicate academic curriculum in an interesting and academically professional manner

 

Support the University vision with respect to the assigned program

 

Perform other duties as assigned
 
Required Education and Experience:
 Earned Doctorate Degree in related field is preferred. Master’s degree considered

 

Record of successful working relationships with internal and external constituencies, including faculty, students, alumni, and the larger professional management

community

 

Ability to work with external constituencies including business and industrial partners

 

Teaching, research, and community service experience