Adjunct Faculty - Paramedic Science Program Instructor

Ivy Tech Community College • South Bend, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The instructor creates a learning environment that helps students reach their goals and provides effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi. This part-time position is located in South Bend and is compensated at $47.35 per contract hour.

The instructor delivers assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives, uses available technology to enhance instruction, and develops or maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. The role also includes maintaining accurate student records and grades, engaging students through active classroom strategies, and interacting professionally and cooperatively with students and co-workers. The instructor must follow College policies and campus guidelines and implement emergency and safety procedures in classrooms, labs, and other learning environments. Other logically associated duties may be assigned. Responsibilities must comply with FERPA, other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

The instructor also supports retention and student success by coaching and monitoring assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff; tracking and documenting performance and using academic advising alerts; providing interventions and referrals to appropriate College resources; maintaining posted office and student engagement hours; and supporting recruitment, retention, and program completion through outreach.

Requirements

• Completed academic preparation appropriate to the course or courses being taught.
• Hold an Indiana EMT certification or higher.
• Two years of directly related work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher in Paramedic Science or a related field.
• Indiana State Paramedic License.
• Indiana Department of Homeland Security Primary Instructor certification.
• AHA Instructor certification in BLS, ACLS, and/or PALS.
• NAEMT Instructor certification in PHTLS and/or AMLS.

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 instructional materials.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other required documentation.
• Engage students through meaningful interactions and active classroom teaching strategies that support learning and a positive student experience.
• Interact professionally and cooperatively with students and co-workers and comply with College policies, campus guidelines, and expectations.
• Know and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and other learning environments.
• Provide academic-related coaching and monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• 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 supports, and referrals to appropriate College resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in ASOM 7.2.
• Promote and assist with student recruitment, retention, and successful program completion, including outreach by phone and electronic means.

Benefits

• Vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources at no cost.
• Ability to contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction toward retirement savings.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed