High school faculty responsibilities

Dual Credit faculty play a vital role in ensuring that high school students experience college-level coursework aligned with college standards. Dual Credit High School Faculty responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Syllabus management:
    • Updating and maintaining your official colleges syllabus each term and/or year the course is offered.
    • Distributing the syllabus to students at the start of the course
  • Calendar and deadline awareness:
    • Staying informed of and adhering to key academic dates (i.e. registration windows, drop deadlines, grading deadlines, etc.)
    • Sharing relevant deadlines with students as needed
  • Instructional integrity:
    • Delivering instruction consistent with college-level expectations and the approved syllabus
    • Maintaining appropriate academic rigor and uphold academic integrity standards
  • College curriculum alignment:
    • Collaborating with your assigned faculty liaison to ensure course content, assessments, and grading align with the corresponding college course.
    • Participating in any required curriculum reviews or site visits
  • Student enrollment support:
    • Ensuring all eligible students complete the Dual Credit admission process before the registration period begins
    • Assisting students in understanding registration procedures and timelines
  • Grading and records: 
    • Submitting final grades to the college by the posted deadline
    • Maintaining accurate records of student progress and participation as required
  • Communication: 
    • Maintaining clear and timely communication with your assigned dual credit coordinator regarding course logistics, student issues, and program updates.
    • Responding to inquiries from students, liaisons and program staff in a timely manner.
  • Professional Development:
    • Attending the annual Dual Credit Faculty Symposium and other required professional development events