Assistant Professor, Architecture

This position will include the development and teaching of foundational architecture courses that support all Architecture program students. SLCC faculty participate in advising, committee assignments, academic and institutional support activities, and other duties as assigned. Creates an effective, supportive learning environment for students regardless of delivery method.Teaches courses consistent with department procedures, the appropriate Course Curriculum Outline (CCO), and catalog description.Provides each student with a syllabus (paper or online) on the first day of class that complies with department procedures and the course CCO.Teaches assigned classes during the required contact hours at the scheduled times and places.Demonstrates incorporation of active and applied learning in courses taught (hands-on and engaged activities).Provides appropriate and timely feedback for all assignments.Promotes development of critical thinking among students.Actively participates in the update and production of new curriculum development and related activities as a contributing team member of the program area, department, campus, college, and state.Maintains and posts current teaching schedule and office hours.Maintains a significant campus presence, responding to instruction and daily needs of students, departments, college, and community.Meets with students outside of class a minimum of 5 hours/week in-person or online (office hours).Is available to teach courses at times directed by academic needs of the program and availability of staffing pool. Maintains professional etiquette in communication with students, staff, faculty, and administrators.Works closely with department peers and administrators to understand processes and procedures leading to success as a contributing teacher and member of the academic unit.Maintains necessary education, credentials, professional skills, and demonstrated teaching competencies consistent with department standards.Solicits feedback and implements suggestions from students and peers, when appropriate.Expands knowledge in discipline and teaching craft on an ongoing basis.Promotes professional development of peers/colleagues through recognized professional activities (in-service activities and the presentation of conference papers and/or publications, and other methodologies appropriate to the teaching field), as approved by the department.Participates in the collegial mentoring relationship, serving as a mentor and/or mentee in the department and college.Engages in local, state, and/or national professional organizations appropriate to the faculty role.Serves community partners as content area experts, when needed.Completes required training and participates in professional development. Salt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college in the state.