Adjunct Faculty - Communications

Ivy Tech Community College • Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. This posting remains open continuously to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as Adjunct Instructors. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position.

The adjunct faculty member creates a learning environment that helps students reach their goals and provides effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School. Qualified faculty in speech and communication must have an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in speech or communication, or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in speech-related or communication-related courses. The selected candidate is subject to pre-employment background checks, including a criminal history check, and any employment offer is contingent on the outcome. The candidate must be able to travel to teach in Frankfort and Crawfordsville when needed.

Requirements

• Earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in speech or communication, or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in speech-related or communication-related courses.
• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
• Ability to travel to teach in Frankfort and Crawfordsville when needed.
• Selected candidate must pass pre-employment checks, including a criminal history check; any offer is contingent on the outcome.

Responsibilities

• Perform instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Provide students with a syllabus appropriate to the course being taught and follow its content and requirements.
• Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy and the Adjunct Handbook.
• Submit requested information within established timelines.
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions and provide assistance.
• Address student concerns and consult with the program coordinator when needed to resolve issues.
• Meet all scheduled classes of contracted courses.
• Use technology such as Canvas and PowerPoint as appropriate.
• Notify the program or department chair in the event of an emergency absence.

Benefits

• 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.
• Employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time