The institution publishes policies on the responsibility and authority of Faculty in academic and governance matters.

_X_Compliance                      ___Partial Compliance                       ___Non-Compliance

Narrative

St. Petersburg College is in compliance with this comprehensive standard because it has established and published policies on the responsibilities of Faculty regarding curriculum development, instruction, and governance.

Policies on Faculty responsibilities

St. Petersburg College clearly details policies that provide Faculty with participation, responsibility and authority in academic and governance matters.

Board of Trustees Policies and Procedures addressing Faculty responsibility and authority

6Hx23-1.01        Definition.  Defines different types of Faculty, types of contracts, and methods of determining workload.

6Hx23-2.022      Qualifications of Instructional, Administrative and Professional.  Describes criteria for determining qualifications of instructional personnel to teach and professional development requirements.

6Hx23-2.10        Evaluation of All College Personnel.  Describes evaluation of all personnel, including full-time and adjunct instructors at all sites and using all delivery methodologies

6Hx23-2.212      Contracts, 12-Month Teaching Faculty.  Describes work hour requirements for 12-month Faculty.

6Hx23-2.23        Contracts, Adjunct and Supplemental.  Describes workload restrictions.

6Hx23-3.01        Academic Freedom.  Defines Faculty (and student) rights and responsibilities regarding academic freedom, and the authority to share in the development of curriculum and the formulation of Board Rules related to academic matters.

6Hx23-3.04        Curriculum and Instruction.  Comprehensive description of curriculum development responsibilities and approval process, as well as Faculty responsibilities in using the established curriculum.

6Hx23-3.06        Faculty Manual.  Requires the publication of a Faculty Manual.

6Hx23-4.19        Exemptions from Final Exams.  Describes the authority given to Faculty regarding final examinations.

6Hx23-4.20        Grading System.  Defines the grading system and the authority given to Faculty regarding grade changes.

6Hx23-4.30        Class Attendance.  Describes Faculty responsibility regarding the recording of students’ attendance in their classes

6Hx23-4.31        Withdrawal.  Describes Faculty authority and responsibility regarding the withdrawal of students from their classes.

P6Hx23-2.141    Duty Hours for Instructors.  Describes work hour requirements for full-time and adjunct Faculty.

P6Hx23-2.25     Personnel - Absence of an Instructor from Class.  Describes Faculty responsibilities regarding absences

P6Hx23-3.901   Academic Titles:  Establishment of Academic Rank.  Authorizes the use of certain titles.

P6Hx23-4.44     Advisors to Student Organizations.  Describes Faculty responsibilities as advisors to student organizations.

The Faculty Job Description lists the expectation for Faculty members to serve the College through any of the following: (a) committee membership, (b) curriculum development, (c) development of innovative instruction, (d) sponsorship of student organizations, (e) representation of the College in professionally related community activities, and (f) special projects.

Excerpt from Position Description for Instructor

BASIC FUNCTION:

A Faculty member at SPC has the primary function of instruction.  Secondary functions include assisting the College in developing and maintaining a quality program of instruction, providing service to the College and continuing professional development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Fosters academic excellence in teaching and learning.

·         Supports the community College philosophy through commitment to success of students with diverse goals, backgrounds and learning styles.

·         Instructs students in accordance with College policies, procedures and approved curricula.

·         Uses out-of-class duty hours effectively for class preparation, assisting students and participating in department/college activities.

·         Serves the College through any of the following: (a) committee membership, (b) curriculum development, (c) development of innovative instruction, (d) sponsorship of student organizations, (e) representation of the College in professionally related community activities, and (f) special projects.

·         Supports College extracurricular functions.

·         Maintains currency in teaching field(s) through professional development and scholarly activities.

·         Demonstrates a professional, cooperative and considerate attitude toward students, colleagues and staff.

·         Performs related duties as required.

SPC policies on Faculty responsibilities are also detailed in the SPC Faculty Manual, available on the Human Resources Web site:

         Excerpt from 2006-2007 Faculty Manual

Faculty governance

The Faculty Governance Organization provides a vehicle through which Faculty members may have input into administrative decisions of the College.  The President of FGO sits on the President's Cabinet and provides input into policy and budgetary discussions.  General policies and implementation of the Faculty Governance Organization are published in the FGO Constitution located in Appendix B of the Faculty Manual.

The SPC Faculty Governance Organization also provides the forum and means for Faculty to initiate input and participate in academic decision making and self-governance.  FGO, having a multi-site, hierarchal structure, from departmental representatives to a Senate Executive Board whose Chair sits on the President’s Cabinet, allows opportunities for ample input, critical discussion and formulation of recommendations.  Recognition by the College administration and by FGO that cooperation and collaboration are key elements in facilitating quality development and progress within the College continually supports this mutual commitment.

Faculty participation, responsibility and authority are further ensured through membership on these College committees:

              1.  Calendar Committee

              2.  CLAST Appeals Committee and CLAST Alternates

              3.  Curriculum and Instruction Committee

              4.  Disciplinary Board

              5.  Discrimination Grievance Hearing Panel

              6.  Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Committee

              7.  Faculty Compensation Committee (a sub-committee of FGO)

              8.  Faculty Grievance Committee

              9.  Financial Aid Committee

            10.  Insurance Committee

            11.  Instructional Technology Advisory Group (ITAG)

            12.  Library Committee

            13.  Sexual Harassment Committee

            14.  Student Grievances Committee

At the beginning of each academic year the President of Faculty Senate extends an invitation for Faculty members to volunteer for committees.  Faculty members for these college committees are recommended to the SPC President by the President of the Faculty Senate.  The President of the College formally appoints Faculty, staff, and, as appropriate, students to each committee.

Information on each committee is provided in the Faculty Manual located on the Human Resources Web page.  The following is an example of how the committees are described:

         Excerpt from Faculty Manual

The committees present recommendations for changes and implementation recommendations to fellow Faculty through departmental representatives and the FGO Web site and to the President and Board of Trustees through leadership representatives.  There are continual feedback opportunities through subject-focused committees, FGO representatives and Web site forums (the FGO Discussion Board) with provisions for reassessing, amending and improving academic function.  These multiple channels facilitate involvement and the ongoing refinement of representing change and growth with Faculty significantly affecting outcome in academics and self-governance.

Faculty responsibilities for curriculum development are described in 3.4.1 and 3.4.10.