Adjunct Faculty Communications

Ivy Tech Community College • Fort Wayne, IN

6d • $45 • Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided.

Requirements

• Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction.
• Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.
• Communication Discipline Standard: A qualified faculty member meets the discipline standard through one of two routes: 1. Possesses an earned master's or higher degree in speech or communication, from a regionally accredited institution; or 2. Possesses an earned master's or higher degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in speech or communication, from a regionally accredited institution.
• COMM 101 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in public speaking meets the course standard through one of the following three routes: 1. Meets Communication discipline standard, or 2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g. rhetoric, linguistics, homiletics, law, theatre, public relations); or 3. Possesses an earned master’s degree in secondary education with a concentration in speech, and have 12 graduate credits in speech or communication and 12 undergraduate credits in speech or communication at the 300- and 400- level.
• COMM 102 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in interpersonal communication meets the course standard through one of following three routes: 1. Meets the Communication discipline standard, or 2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g. social work, counseling, sociology, psychology); or 3. Possesses an earned master’s degree in secondary education with a concentration in speech, has 12 graduate credits in speech or communication and 12 undergraduate credits in speech or communication at the 300- and 400- level.
• COMM 201 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 201 meets the course standard through one of two routes: 1. Meets the Communication discipline standard; or 2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., public relations, journalism, marketing, advertising, telecommunications).
• COMM 202 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 202 meets the course standard through one of two routes: 1. Meets the Communication discipline standard; or 2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., counseling, organizational psychology).
• COMM 203 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 203 meets the course standard through one of two routes: 1. Meets the Communication discipline standard; or 2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., theatre, performance studies).
• COMM 204 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 204 meets the course standard through one of two routes: 1. Meets the Communication discipline standard, or 2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., speech pathology, theatre, performance studies).
• COMM 211 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 211 meets the course standard through one of two routes: 1. Meets the Communication discipline standard, or 2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., marketing, public relations, public affairs)
• Transcripts and/or relevant certifications/licenses required at time of hire
• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check

Responsibilities

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.
• All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

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
• All 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
• Career Level: Entry Level