Adjunct Assistant Professor, Developmental Education (English)

Santa Fe College Employees•Detroit, MI

About The Position

Santa Fe College’s Department of English provides instruction in composition, literature, technical and business writing, and film and media studies, emphasizing creative thinking, critical reasoning, problem solving, and traditional writing skills. Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor develops, prepares, and teaches coursework in developmental reading and writing. The position requires flexibility to teach during the day, evening, or online, including through other distance-learning formats. The role supports student success and the college’s teaching and learning mission through instruction, curriculum work, assessment, student feedback, recordkeeping, collaboration, and college service. The position also follows college policies and applicable laws and maintains the privacy and security of student and other sensitive records.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree in reading, reading education, English, English education, education language arts, linguistics, applied linguistics, or a related discipline.
Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment.
Adaptability and flexibility in a rapidly growing environment.
Analytical aptitude and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret data, identify issues, draw conclusions, and evaluate solutions.
Professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful communication skills.
Critical thinking and sound judgment.
Ability to respond promptly and courteously to students’ and faculty members’ questions, including patience and persistence when assisting students with limited computer skills.
Integrity, professionalism, civility, and ethical conduct.
Organization and time-management skills.
Relationship-management and interactive service skills.
Ability to set and exceed established targets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to teach during the day, evening, online, or through other distance-learning formats.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and deliver instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings to promote student success in a community college setting.
Support the college and departmental missions through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.
Collaborate with the Chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum that cultivates mastery of course content.
Use technological literacy and innovation in delivering instruction.
Work collaboratively as part of an academic team.
Assist with implementing college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the college’s philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.
Participate in departmental meetings and collegewide committees as needed.
Provide students with frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback about academic performance.
Document student progress and maintain attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes records.
Develop methods to assess student progress fairly and accurately against stated learning outcomes and objectives.
Maintain office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
Keep records of operating procedures and, as needed, share position-specific knowledge and provide guidance on standard operations and established departmental procedures, including collegewide ERP and related system processes.
Serve the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities.
Comply with College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws and regulations governing public employees, including requirements related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.
Protect the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and sensitive information in accordance with applicable state, federal, and college requirements.
Provide courteous, informed, accessible, and professional service.
Perform other duties as assigned.