Keuka College Assistant Professor / Instructor of Math

Keuka-China Programs – New York

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-month appointment administrative position

ACCOUNTABILITY: The Provost and the Vice President for Academic Affairs

General Responsibilities:

The Program Director has oversight for curriculum design and review as well as curriculum consistency, coordination and integrity related to the traditional business program for undergraduate management of the science program offered by Keuka College in China. The director recruits and qualifies candidates to teach in the program, develops and periodically offers professional development seminars in China for the instructors, and through classroom observation, evaluates teaching effectiveness.

The Program Director serves as the Keuka College (NY) liaison with the Keuka China Program and staff members in the KCP offices in Shanghai. The Director travels to China at least twice a year to evaluate overall program effectiveness; may teach in China periodically to meet program needs. The individual is based in Keuka Park, NY.

Specific Responsibilities:

	Liaison to the Division of Business and Management through regular meetings and communication.
	Ensures compliance with institutional policies and procedures, and accreditation requirements.
	Liaison with standing and academic committees.
	Coordinates program assessment with the Division of Business and Management.
	Provides leadership to maintain program integrity and growth.
	Meets other program needs as directed by the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

	Oversees the recruitment and hiring process for all faculty appointments.
	Works with both supervisors to determine the annual budget for recruitment and hiring.
	Communicates with the pre-screened candidates to determine availability and fit with the Keuka China program.
	Facilitates the contract terms between the faculty candidate and the Vice President for Programs Abroad.
	Provides orientation for new Keuka China faculty (usually twice a year).
	Makes regular visits to the partner universities to observe and evaluate teaching performance.
	Works with the Coordinator of Keuka China Student Services Operations to resolve issues between faculty and Keuka China students relating to course/classroom management.

	Provides faculty development seminars and workshops for all Keuka China faculty.
	Works with the NY Alumni Office to develop programs and participation among the graduates of the Keuka China program.
	Meets other program needs as directed by the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree (required) business or management field preferred; will consider other relevant experience.

	3-5 years teaching experience in setting where English is a second language.
	Familiarity with classroom teaching evaluation techniques.
	Experienced in the administration of academic programs, overseas preferred.
	Ability to work collaboratively across cultures and time zones.
	Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for ambiguity and the ability to work with diverse groups of people in multiple cultural settings.
	Ability to work independently.
	Willingness to work weekends, especially when in China.
	Excellent oral and written communication skills.
	Use of e-mail as an effective communication tool.
	Familiarity with budgeting process and spreadsheet applications.
	Valid Passport with no travel restrictions.
	Physical and mental health able to cope with potential frequent international travel.

Application Process:

Send letter of application addressing the job qualifications and experience, a current CV, and the names and current telephone numbers of three professional references. Official transcripts will be requested from finalists only. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. DATE: July 1, 2008

Human Resources

Keuka College

141 Central Avenue

Keuka Park, NY 14478

jfolts@mail.keuka.edu

EOE/AA