Digital Design Instructor

Digital Design Instructor

Summary:

This position holds responsibility for the success of the Digital Design program. This instructor must ensure that a positive, upbeat, diversified, interesting and active learning environment occurs in both classrooms and labs, giving the students relevant and worthwhile experiences daily. The responsibilities include planning, organizing and implementing an effective instructional training program in a professional learning environment that guides, encourages and enables students to develop into industry professionals.

Dixie Tech is a public technical college located in a new state-of-the-art campus in St. George, Utah. The College has 24 Council on Occupational Education accredited programs that offer certifications in high-demand, high-pay professions.

Pay and Benefits:

The position has a salary of between $55,000 and $85,000 per year, depending upon qualifications and experience.

This is a full-time salaried position that includes generous benefits:

• Medical and dental coverage, with the College paying the costs of the medical plan and most of the costs of the dental plan
• Employer contributions to Health Savings Account ($1,500 per year for single coverage, $3,000 double coverage, and $4,500 for three or more) without a match requirement
• Employer contributions to 403(b) account, amounting to 20.4% of the employee's pay without a match requirement. Employees may make additional contributions.
• Salaried employees do not pay Social Security taxes
• Employer-provided life insurance, AD&D, and LTD at no cost
• Paid holidays, as well as Christmas, Fall, Thanksgiving, and Spring Breaks, on the schedule of the local school district
• 15 days of paid vacation per year

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively create and update classroom syllabi, curriculum, lab experiences and lesson plans which will enable students to meet the needs of local industry, excel in the workplace, and be familiar with the latest technology and industry practices
• Develop and execute active and diverse learning experiences which retain the interest of students while transmitting information and developing skills in the most effective manner, with a heavy emphasis on learning by doing, while maintaining a structured learning environment that complies with the course syllabus and course plan
• Establish and communicate clear objectives and well-defined competencies for the program and all learning activities.
• Ensure classroom and lab are prepared for daily learning activities
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments in a timely manner
• Structure classes in Canvas to support student learning
• Observe, evaluate and record student's performance and development and provide appropriate and helpful feedback. Conduct and document student reviews with students on a regular basis. Involve Student Services when problems develop before they become critical
• Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing appropriate rules and procedures; involve Student Services when problems develop
• Ensure objectives for all program students are reflected on each syllabi and match the module sign offs in the Student Information System (Northstar)
• Ensure that students are retained and that they graduate, complete, pass any relevant licensure exams, and are placed, and that all student data is updated on a real-time basis in Northstar.
• Meet or exceed performance metrics for the program established by VP of Instruction
• Maintain integrity and confidentiality in all circumstances, especially concerning student information. Adhere to FERPA requirements and guidelines.
• Actively work with the department director, admissions and recruiters to fill cohorts with students who are capable of graduating and finding employment in the field
• Along with the department director and the VP of Instruction, develop and propose admissions standards which will enhance student success. Assist with the selection of students
• Assure safety standards are used which comply with all College, local, City, State and Federal guidelines
• Model a professional environment for the students in the classroom and lab
• Schedule industry professionals for specialized presentations and training where appropriate
• Supervise, recruit, train, support and assist adjunct instructors as needed
• Be an active and participative member of the department team
• Actively ensure program follows all guidelines and conditions necessary to meet the standards of COE accreditation, including completion of Employee Verification forms and maintaining records of contacts with industry partners
• Assist with biannual Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) meetings and ensure accreditation compliance. Maintain communication with OAC. Take direction and implement decisions made by the committee
• Along with the department director and other program instructors, continue to develop an active network of industry partners and assist students in obtaining employment in their field of study
• Actively participate in documenting, collecting, and placing Standard 2 criteria evidence following the guidelines sheet into the COE program folder biannually meeting all deadlines.
• Ensure program spending is within established budgets, and maintain inventory for all instructional items
• Comply with Dixie Tech Policies and Procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Graphic Design Principles, Typography, Branding, Illustration, UX/UI, Web Design/Development (HTML, CSS, Wordpress), Adobe Creative Suite, Photography/Videography, and Motion Design
• Knowledge of Social Media Fundamentals on basic platforms (Organic/Paid Marketing, Strategic Planning, Content Creation and Management, Analytics and reporting, Advertising, and various planning platforms) and Illustration fundamentals is preferred
• 5+ years' experience in industry required, 8+ years' experience preferred
• Associates Degree or Industry Recognized Certificates
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Strong knowledge of Google suite
• Strong communications and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and colleagues; read academic texts and materials, student papers, etc.; operate personal computer and audio-visual equipment; stand or sit for up to one to three hours at a time; drive to off-site meetings or conferences or to observe student interns; move around campus for classes and meetings.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

The State of Utah is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. Employees and potential employees are subject to a criminal background check and drug testing. This position is exempt under the Fair Standards Labor Act.

While we thank all applicants for applying, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted during the selection process.