Adjunct Faculty- Agriculture (Marion Campus)

Ivy Tech Community College • Marion, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ivy Tech Community College is a community based technical college which places primary emphasis on excellence in the classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the college. 1. Mastery of Subject Matter a. Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of the field or discipline. b. Display an ability to interpret and evaluate theories in the field or discipline. c. Connect subject matter with related fields. d. Stay current in subject matter through professional development. 2. Teaching Performance a. Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning. b. Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies. c. Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs. d. Employ available instructional technology when appropriate. e. Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments. f. Communicate subject matter to students. g. Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials. h. Support classroom efforts to promote student success. 3. Evaluation of Student Learning a. Establish and adhere to learning objectives. b. Develop evaluation methods which fairly measure student progress toward objectives. c. Evaluate and return student work to promote maximum learning. d. Maintain accurate records of student progress. e. Submit final grade rosters, grade books and attendance rosters to division administrators each semester according to established deadlines. 4. Support of College Policies and Procedures a. Meet scheduled classes in accordance with college policy. b. Prepare, distribute and submit syllabi approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies. c. Maintain confidentiality of student information. d. Exercise stewardship of College facilities and materials. 5. Participation in College, Division and Program Activities a. Respond, in a timely fashion, to information requests from College, division and program administrators. b. Contribute, when appropriate, to program and division curriculum development processes. Attend program, divisional and College meetings and events as feasible. 6. Contribution to the Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs a. Maintain familiarity with College goals, mission and long-range plans. b. Contribute to planning and development processes where appropriate. A qualified faculty member in Agriculture meets the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science criteria: Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in the fields of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Agriculture Education, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Systems Management, Agronomy, Animal Science, Botany, Horticulture, or Plant Science; or Possesses a current Workplace Specialist License granted by the Indiana Department of Education appropriate to course objectives and directly linked to credentials, certifications, and competencies listed in the Course Outline of Record (COR), or Possesses an earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution directly related to the program’s discipline and has two years of directly related work experience. Course Topics: Precision Agriculture Grain Storage Systems Aquaculture Vegetable Production Urban Agriculture Greenhouse Management Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include: Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits. Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights. At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full-fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace

Requirements

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in the fields of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Agriculture Education, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Systems Management, Agronomy, Animal Science, Botany, Horticulture, or Plant Science; or
• Possesses a current Workplace Specialist License granted by the Indiana Department of Education appropriate to course objectives and directly linked to credentials, certifications, and competencies listed in the Course Outline of Record (COR), or
• Possesses an earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution directly related to the program’s discipline and has two years of directly related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of the field or discipline.
• Display an ability to interpret and evaluate theories in the field or discipline.
• Connect subject matter with related fields.
• Stay current in subject matter through professional development.
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning.
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies.
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs.
• Employ available instructional technology when appropriate.
• Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.
• Communicate subject matter to students.
• Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials.
• Support classroom efforts to promote student success.
• Establish and adhere to learning objectives.
• Develop evaluation methods which fairly measure student progress toward objectives.
• Evaluate and return student work to promote maximum learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Submit final grade rosters, grade books and attendance rosters to division administrators each semester according to established deadlines.
• Meet scheduled classes in accordance with college policy.
• Prepare, distribute and submit syllabi approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Exercise stewardship of College facilities and materials.
• Respond, in a timely fashion, to information requests from College, division and program administrators.
• Contribute, when appropriate, to program and division curriculum development processes.
• Attend program, divisional and College meetings and events as feasible.
• Maintain familiarity with College goals, mission and long-range plans.
• Contribute to planning and development processes where appropriate.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree