Adjunct Faculty - English

Ivy Tech Community College • South Bend, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. They create a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals and provide effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi. The position is located at Ivy Tech Community College - South Bend and is part-time, compensated at $47.35 per contract hour.

The faculty member delivers assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives, uses available technology to enhance instruction, and develops or maintains course materials and student records. They engage students through active teaching strategies, monitor student performance, and provide interventions and referrals to academic supports and College resources. They are expected to interact professionally with students and coworkers, follow College policies and safety procedures, and conduct all responsibilities in accordance with FERPA, applicable regulations, and professional standards.

The posting includes an Early Childhood Education discipline standard: a qualified faculty member must have a relevant master's or higher degree and either professional certification or two years of directly related work experience in early childhood (birth through age 8). Bilingual Spanish is preferred. The role also requires strong working knowledge of technologies appropriate to the area of instruction and faculty credentials under ASOM 7.1 for the specific instructional area.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
• Meet faculty credentials outlined in ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction.
• Conduct all activities with appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.
• For the Early Childhood Education discipline standard: an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in early childhood education or child development; or an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate credit hours in courses closely related to early childhood education and development, with academic preparation appropriate to the course and/or specialty taught.
• For the Early Childhood Education discipline standard: professional certification in the field or two years of directly related work experience in early childhood, birth through age 8.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish language ability.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Use available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other instructional materials.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other required documentation.
• Engage students in meaningful and productive ways and use active classroom teaching strategies that promote student learning.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including using technology for academic advising alerts.
• Provide necessary student interventions, including communication, tutoring and other academic support, and referrals to appropriate College resources.
• Interact professionally and cooperatively with students and coworkers and comply with College policies, campus guidelines, and expectations.
• Know and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and other learning environments.
• Conduct responsibilities in accordance with FERPA, applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Benefits

• Access to a vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program with no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Payroll deduction contributions to retirement savings using pre-tax or post-tax dollars.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level