Adjunct Faculty, History

Dallas College•Brookhaven, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Adjunct Faculty member teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation. Academic faculty positions require an on-campus presence, including when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law. Positions are considered on-site; after six months, some may be eligible to apply for a hybrid arrangement subject to job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy. Faculty members provide course materials and syllabi, maintain course records, evaluate and improve instruction, support their discipline, advise students, use technology to facilitate learning and administrative work, and collaborate with colleagues. They also participate in college and community activities, professional development, and required meetings and training. Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Requirements

For credit classes transferable toward a higher degree: a master’s degree or higher and at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
For workforce education degree or certificate courses: a combination of academic preparation and work experience, including three years of direct or related work experience other than teaching.
For developmental courses: a bachelor’s degree or higher in the specific teaching discipline and demonstrated competency, such as teaching experience, honors, graduate coursework, or other related accomplishments.
Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse populations through formal training and/or past work experience.
Ability to provide quality customer service.
Official transcripts required at the time of interview.
Subject to a criminal background check; some positions may also be subject to a fingerprint check.
Regular and predictable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Teach students effectively in assigned classes and maintain office hours for student consultation.
Provide students with a written course syllabus.
Participate in evaluation of the instructional process and use innovative strategies to continually improve learning.
Support the discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate.
Maintain accurate and complete course records.
Perform professional activities and responsibilities agreed upon with the division dean, and work collaboratively with colleagues toward shared goals.
Use knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles in instruction.
Participate in student advising and registration.
Use technology to facilitate learning, access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate.
Meet professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations.
Comply with Dallas College board policies, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate.
Participate in planning division objectives and budget requests in support of the college mission and goals.
Serve on and attend assigned college committees.
Participate in campus commencement exercises as required and attend other required college meetings and activities.
Participate in their own performance appraisal.
Communicate effectively with organizations, businesses, community groups, faculty, staff, and students.
Promote the college in the community through marketing activities.
Participate in professional development activities and complete required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
Work with student clubs and/or organizations when applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.