[Coral-List] Job Opportunity - Marine Science Instructor at American Samoa Community College

[Kelley Anderson]

Talofa Coral listers!

Please see below text and attached document for details on a wonderful job
opportunity that would allow you to craft your own coral reef research in
American Samoa at the American Samoa Community College.  You are welcome to
reach out to me at kelleyat at hawaii.edu with any questions you may have.

*A**MERICAN **S**AMOA **C**OMMUNITY **C**OLLEGE *P.O. Box 2609, Pago Pago,
American Samoa 96799 (684) 699-9155  (684) 699-8606 (fax)

 *American Samoa Community College *

*Department of Academic Affairs *

*EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY *

*Position Title: Science Instructor *

*Employment Status: Full Time / 10 Months - Career Service *

*General Description: *

The Science Instructor reports directly to the Academic Chairperson of the
Science Department, which provides instructional programs in the fields of
science. The Science Department programs provide students with academic
entry level career preparation, the abilities and skills for career
upgrades, and the foundation for transfer to a four-year institution of
higher education. The Science Instructor, under the direct supervision of
the Academic Department Chair and / or the Dean of Academic Affairs, must
be committed to serve and assist students.

*Job Duties and Responsibilities: *

 Collect, prepare, and present instructional materials for all classes
taught.

 Prepare and distribute all syllabi and outlines for each class taught in
a timely manner.

 Teach a full instructional load of 15 credit hours or 225 instructional
contact hours per semester. Note that loads may vary between 12 and 16
credit hours per semester.

 Teach a minimum of two Marine Science courses per spring and fall
semester; teach each class as scheduled and supervise examinations, field
trips, internships, service learning and practicum.

 Serve as point of contact for the College’s Marine Science efforts in the
community by participating in advisory boards, conducting outreach, and
helping with capacity-building efforts.

 Maintain attendance and scholastic records, and submit these to the
Admissions and Records Office by the assigned date every semester and
session.

 Participate as an active member in the Student Learning Outcome (SLO)
review process

 Develop, implement, and assess SLOs for each course taught.

 Share data on SLOs collected from courses taught with the Science
Department and other college stakeholders, and provide recommendations for
improvement of student learning.

 Participate in the different levels of student learning outcome review,
program review, and student assessment.

 Academically advise Science majors regarding their chosen program of
study.

 Assist and provide students with information on career, academic
referrals, and transfer opportunities.

 Assist with the registration process.

 Participate in faculty orientation, commencement exercises, and
professional development activities.

 Provide safety measures and fully exercise the enforcement of these
measures in the classroom.

 Serve the community through service learning.

 Actively contribute to one of ASCC committees and participate in
extra-curricular functions.

 Assist and enforce all college rules and regulations.

 *S*eek extramural funding to support the Marine Science program and
administer grants secured.

*A**MERICAN **S**AMOA **C**OMMUNITY **C**OLLEGE *P.O. Box 2609, Pago Pago,
American Samoa 96799 (684) 699-9155  (684) 699-8606 (fax)


 Perform other duties assigned by the Department Chairperson or the Dean
of Academic Affairs.


*Minimum Requirements: *

 Master’s Degree in Marine Science or related field

 Two to three years of teaching experience

 Ability to develop and lead programs; demonstrated ability to teach
Marine Science effectively at the community college or university level;

 Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;

 Must demonstrate knowledge in curriculum development, and have good
analytical and interpersonal skills.

 Must also be computer literate


*Salary: *TS-01/10-TS-03/01: $43,136.00 - $45,557.00 per annum

*Application Deadline*: Open Until Filled

Applications are available from American Samoa Community College, Human
Resources Office 699-9155 Ext. 428/441/429/466,
http://www.amsamoa.edu/employmentopportunities.html or by emailing
Silaulelei Saofaigaalii at s.saofaigaalii at amsamoa.edu or
ascchumanresources at amsamoa.edu.

*“An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – And A Drug-Free
Workplace” *

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Kelley L. Anderson Tagarino, M.Sc.
American Samoa Community College CNR Extension Faculty
University of Hawaii Sea Grant College Program
American Samoa Community College
PO Box 4574
Pago Pago, American Samoa 96799
Office:  1 (684) 699-3353
Cell:  1 (684) 258-2967
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To keep every cog and wheel is the first precaution of intelligent
tinkering."  Aldo Leopold