Instructor - Law jobs in Texas

At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.

This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Supplemental Instructor for Law Enforcement Programs who will be all-in on our mission and who will perform duties primarily related to the instruction of courses assigned subject matter areas.

GENERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Required:
  • TCOLE Certified Peace Officer, Corrections Officer, or Tele-communicator, and/or
  • TCOLE Basic Instructor Certification, and/or be a subject matter expert in the topic of instruction.

EXPERIENCE

• Required: Special experience, licenses, certifications, or training related to the topic of instruction.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide supplemental classroom instruction for applicable programs.
• Perform effective teaching activities, directing projects, and assisting with student coursework, research and internships.
• Plan, develop and present organized instructions and learning opportunities for students in accordance with approved course outlines.
• Attend briefings on procedures, advising, registration, and general policy.
• Complete appropriate administrative paperwork and performance evaluations in a timely manner.
• Participate in department, division and college meetings as assigned or required.
• Assume responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and in the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.
• As an Amarillo College employee, seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring striving to serve students, peers and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Wow, Family, Fun, Innovation, and Yes!

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Demonstrate and maintain competence in the use of instructional technology.
• Demonstrate competence in his/her teaching field and related technologies.
• Knowledge of College policies.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to deal with people in a professional manner.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Notice: Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal history background check and possibly a pre-employment drug test.

Salary: Pay grade 11, $35.00/hour

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to travel between offices and buildings, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or maneuver office supplies up to 50 pounds as needed.

Working Conditions: Must be willing to work a flexible schedule (days, nights, weekends, holidays, and varying events if necessary.)

Work Environment: This position operates in a professional office environment, routinely uses standard office equipment (i.e. computers, phones, copy and fax machines, filing cabinets) and is in a high traffic area with continual interruptions. Software commonly used includes Microsoft Office, Colleague, and various other educational applications. Work may also be performed outside of the office and with little to no supervision.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Amarillo College is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who not only reflect the demographics of our clients but also continue to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our customers.

Promotional Opportunity Policy: Under the Amarillo College Promotional Opportunity Policy, only current appointed or part-time non-appointed employees will be considered for a position during the first five (5) working days from notice or posting.