Policy: 6.2 Duties and Responsibilities of a Faculty Member

Adoption Date: January 27, 2016 Revised

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A FACULTY MEMBER

Under the direct supervision of the designated administrator and division director, a faculty member performs the following duties:

Responsible for adhering to all college policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook at www.howardcollege.edu. If assistance is needed, contact Human Resources.
Maintains satisfactory attendance.
Teaches assigned classes following approved course syllabi.
Is on time for classes and notifies the supervisor as early as possible of an unscheduled absence.
Schedules, posts, and keeps a minimum of five office hours each week for student consultation, during normal working hours, as approved by the division director, in addition to student conferences by appointment.
Cooperates with substitute instructors and maintains course continuity.
Assists with the registration of students as assigned.
Makes all required grade reports to the office of the Registrar according to schedule and/or campus procedures.
Maintains a class roll and grade book in which are recorded the daily attendance, grades, and the semester grade averages for all students.
Ensures integrity of all exams.
Reports all student problems in need of special consideration to the appropriate official.
Makes such special reports as may be requested by various administrative officers.
Processes and maintains general budget expenditures for the appropriate program as applicable.
Attends all faculty meetings, Professional Development, commencements, and other official convocations called by the college administration. Required to participate in graduation and wear appropriate graduation attire. Must attend all student events in related discipline.
Serves on faculty committees as appointed by the supervisor or by the president.
Cooperates and encourages student participation in the formal evaluation process.
Performs such extra‑class duties as may be assigned by the administration.
Advise students when there is opportunity, realizing that the faculty member is often in the best position for effective guidance.
Keeps the administration informed regarding problems, progress, and matters affecting the welfare of students, faculty, or the institution in general.
At the beginning of the semester, clearly informs the students in writing of the manner in which grades are determined.
At the end of the school year, checks out with the appropriate administrators.
Is a good public relations agent, both in the classroom and the community, to include projecting a professional image in the areas of dress, appearance, personal grooming, and conduct.
Channels each request or grievance through the administrative hierarchy delineated in the organizational chart of the college.
Creates and implements an acceptable learning environment associated with the instructional process.
Assists the appropriate administrators in making curriculum changes and developing course schedules.
Writes and maintains a course syllabus for each course taught that adheres to established guidelines and requirements.
Assesses student learning outcomes and program outcomes following established procedures and deadlines and submits appropriate and adequate documentation.
Actively participates in meetings and trainings as called by instructional leaders to analyze student learning assessment results.
Uses assessment results to plan and implement changes in courses and/or programs in an effort to improve student learning outcomes.
Does not abuse alcohol or indulge in illegal drugs.
Participates effectively in the faculty advising system as assigned.
Maintains only those personal relationships with students and colleagues that do not interfere with the performance of professional duties.
Administer appropriate assessment instruments and submits required documentation to the appropriate administrator.
Performs other duties as assigned.

v Failure to abide by these policies may be considered breach of contract.