Application Deadline:  Until filled

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides academic leadership for the PCA Program.
2. Coordinates development, implementation, and evaluation of the PCA curriculum.
3. Monitors alignment of curriculum with state standards.
4. Prepares and submits all required documents for the Georgia Healthcare Partnership.
5. Collaborates with admissions staff to ensure the admittance of qualified students.
6. Monitors student enrollment, retention, and placement data.
7. Coordinates the Georgia Healthcare Partnership annual site visit and biennial program approval process.
8. Assists the Department Head of the Practical Nursing (PN) program with the following: coordination of Performance Accountability Review (PAR) visits; preparation of the annual program budget, institutional effectiveness plan, and the Performance Accountability System (PAS) report; and planning of advisory committee meetings.
9. Directs departmental operations (i.e. preparation of quarterly schedules, ordering of equipment and supplies, inventory of instructional property, equipment, and materials).

PRIMARY INTRUCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaches courses in the PCA and PN programs based on schedule needs. Develops/updates instructor guidebooks for each assigned course, which contain course outlines, lessons plans, information sheets, remedial and enrichment activities, a list of audiovisual materials and computer software available, and copies of evaluation instruments or a written statement as to where they are located. Develops/updates a syllabus for each assigned course, which contains the name and number of the course, a course description, the assignment schedule, a list of the competencies and subcompetencies, the required textbooks, required tools and supplies, the evaluation, and grading procedures. Develops lesson plans for assigned courses, which contain the following: the number and title of the course, competencies and subcompetencies, performance objectives, outline or text of the unit, location of resource materials, and method of evaluation. Establishes an environment conducive to learning in the classroom and/or laboratory by keeping areas clean, maintaining equipment in safe order, posting safety procedures, and establishing a safety program. Prepares for class by selecting appropriate learning experiences as evidenced by the following: updating instructional materials such as handouts, syllabi, and test banks, ordering supplies and equipment, reproducing of materials, using a variety of learning modalities including instructional technology to augment instruction. Maintains course content, which is current, well organized, and related to course objectives and to student’s previous learning. Demonstrates knowledge in the following areas: institutional services and policies, degree, diploma, and certificate programs offered by Augusta Technical College, job placement and follow-up, financial aid, library resources, and bookstore operations.

Participates in advisory committee meetings, attends at least two advisory committee meetings each year, prepares agenda, records minutes, establishes an annual program of work, and documents progress toward the program of work in minutes. Demonstrates knowledge of the program’s industry/business community, maintains contact with business persons, professional organizations, and current trends. Submits/updates all paperwork and required reports on time including booklists, class schedules, termination reports, inventory, required student purchase list, and student evaluations. Selects staff development activities based on the following: student evaluations, instructor evaluation, changes in business and industry, changes in technical education, updates in technology, and/or professional needs. Completes all staff development plan requirements each year and submit staff development 503 activity reports promptly. Maintains credentials, licensure, and certification required for teaching and for the profession. Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills. Maintains control of class during instruction as well as handles disruptions in the classroom/lab. All discipline is handled in a dignified manner. Demonstrates respect for students as individuals. Demonstrates accessibility in dealing with students’ needs both individually and as a group; maintains posted office hours; and communicates clearly to students. Demonstrates excellence in instructor performance as reflected by the majority of positive responses on student evaluations. Counsels students with grades and attendance problems, refers students to the counseling center if needed. Enters student schedules in school wide student recording system (Banner); can access information to use during student advisement; and enters grades on Banner. Completes add/drop and terminations forms as needed. Demonstrates excellence in instructional delivery as indicated by analysis of student performance on departmental test banks and/or corrective actions taken to improve instructional delivery system. Maintains a copy of up-to-date state program standards and program guides to use as reference in curriculum development and revision, updates state program standards and guides by attending and working through consortium meetings. Takes an active and positive role in the planning process by completing clear, accurate Institutional Effectiveness System materials and the annual plan, and maintains documentation for the program applicable to the Institutional Effectiveness Review process. Completes documentation as required to maintain appropriate program/institutional accreditation. Participates in graduation exercises, field day, and other Augusta Technical College activities. Performs other duties as assigned by the PN Department Chair and Dean of Allied Health and Nursing.