Adjunct Faculty - Government

Amarillo College•Amarillo, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming lives through learning, creating opportunities for student success, and nurturing prosperity for the Texas Panhandle. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way. This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Adjunct Faculty - Government who will be all-in on our mission and who will teach Texas and US Government in an online setting. Teaching responsibilities include time, online grading, and in immediate preparation for respective courses; maintaining and improving competence in subjects being taught; and preparing teaching materials. This position is filled on an as need basis, contingent upon institutional needs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Government, Public Administration, or Political Science or a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in any combination of the qualifying fields.
Previous post-secondary teaching experience.
Good oral and written command of the English language and grammar is required.
Ability to understand and apply learner-centered and high impact instructional methods.
Skills in computer operation.
Ability to work under stress, independently and as a team member.
Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism at all times.
Ability to educate themselves regarding College policies.
Ability to maintain regular communication with students and provide constructive feedback to students.
Ability to demonstrate and maintain competence in the use of instructional technology.
Ability to ensure effective two-way communication at all levels of responsibility.
Ability to teach day and/or evening courses, off-campus, dual credit, online, and tech supported courses as required.
Ability to maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctorate degree.
Dual credit teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned course(s) utilizing appropriate and engaging instructional methods and techniques.
Create engaging lesson plans that promote student involvement and application of the material.
Submit college reports and forms in a timely manner.
Utilize a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines.
Meet with and advise students before/after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods.
Evaluate students to measure their progress.
Attend meetings, trainings, and orientations as required.
Participate in course and curriculum development, revision and evaluation.
Design and implement assessments to measure student learning outcomes.
Maintain accurate and timely records of student attendance and academic performance.
Perform effective teaching activities, including classroom instruction, directing projects, and assisting with student coursework, research and internships.
Plan, develop and present organized classroom instructions and learning opportunities for students in accordance with approved course outlines.
Perform other work-related duties as required.
As an Amarillo College employee seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring and striving to serve students, peers, and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Integrity, Curiosity, Accountability, Relevance, and Engagement!