Adjunct Assistant Professor, Philosophy (HCL)

Santa Fe College Employees•Gainesville, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor develops, prepares, and teaches a variety of Philosophy coursework. The position is based primarily at Santa Fe College’s Northwest Campus, but may be assigned to any of the College’s six locations throughout Alachua and Bradford counties. The instructor must be flexible to teach during the day, evening, or online, including through other distance-learning formats. The Department of Humanities, Communications, and Languages offers instruction in nine disciplines and contributes to the College’s General Education curriculum. Its faculty help students develop critical-thinking and communication skills and learn about creative human endeavors past and present. The instructor promotes student success through quality instruction, curriculum work, assessment, feedback, recordkeeping, student support, and collaboration with colleagues. The role also includes maintaining office hours, participating in College activities as needed, and complying with applicable College policies and laws.

Requirements

Master’s degree, or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Ethics, Logic, or Philosophy.
Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment.
Adaptability and flexibility in a changing, rapidly growing environment.
Analytical, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
Professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful communication skills.
Ability to provide courteous service to students and faculty, including helping students with limited computer skills.
Integrity, professionalism, civility, and ethical conduct.
Organization and time-management skills.
Relationship-management and service skills.
Ability to set and exceed established targets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Applicants must submit a completed online SF application, letter of intent, current resume or curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts if applicable. Official transcripts are required before an offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience in a community college setting.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and deliver instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings to promote student success in a community college environment.
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.
Demonstrate 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 assessments and clear feedback about academic performance.
Document student progress and maintain records, including attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes.
Develop fair and accurate methods to assess student progress toward stated learning outcomes and objectives.
Maintain appropriate 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, Collegewide ERP processes, and established departmental procedures.
Serve the College through participation in events, committees, and other College activities.
Comply with published College rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws and regulations governing public employees, including document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality requirements.
Protect the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and sensitive information in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provide courteous, informed, accessible, and professional service.
Perform other duties as assigned.