• Instruct a maximum of 15 credits per semester to assure adequate scheduling for students who wish to work toward a certificate or two-year degree in accordance with published BCC catalogs.
• Identify current information to use as library resource materials. Research material/instructional documents to use in instruction, research, readings, or supportive materials for the department.
• Participate in the advising process for associate degree in Pre-Engineering. This includes but is not limited to being available during pre-registration and regular registration, maintaining consistent office hours, maintaining contact with students throughout the semester, and maintaining advising records and two-year education plans. If a student identifies any special needs, this must be communicated to the counselor for proper follow up.
• Assist the Chairperson on articulation of courses relevant to the transfer of these specific courses to other TCCCs and to four-year degree granting institutions.
• Work with the Division Chairperson to establish an advisory committee with a broad spectrum of representatives to guide/assist in enhancing the department and curriculum. This committee should meet at least one time per year with minutes distributed and follow up made with the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Services and the Curriculum Committee as needed.
• Maintain liaison with reservation community, relevant tribal programs, government, schools and individuals to utilize resources available in the community.
• Assist the Division Chair in maintaining records, curriculum information, student records, course syllabi and outlines, activities held, book orders, attendance records, grade records, advising files, education plans, referrals, instructor withdrawals, etc., and have available upon request.
• Provide required assistance and documentation in working with Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
• Complete student course evaluations on a semester basis.
• Assist on special projects, ad-hoc committees, as directed or required by the Division Chair or Dean of Academic Affairs.
• Prepare reports as required.
• Work with college readiness instructors for seamless transition into regular courses.
• Other duties necessary to the function of BCC, as needed.
This position is required to have an extensive knowledge of the principles, techniques and ethics of instruction, particularly with Native Americans and Adult and Higher Education. The person needs to have a working knowledge of research techniques and how to develop curriculum.
Has contact with personnel in all departments, students, Board of Trustees, Blackfeet Tribal departments and programs staff, and other related entities and persons that are necessary to contact to conduct the day-to-day business operations of the Math/Science Division.
Work is performed in a normal office environment. Duties require extensive use of computers and office equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Normal demand of office work is applicable. Walking, standing, and sitting at desk are required. Some lifting will be required (i.e. books, equipment, and other miscellaneous materials).
This position will be guided by:
• Position Description
• BCC Policies and Procedures Manual
• BCC Catalog
• All applicable tribal, federal and special policies, laws, rules and regulations as they apply.
