Adjunct Faculty - Student Success / Life Skills
About The Position
Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be 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 by the School. Position requires a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of college students and employees. Student Success (General): This course provides students with an overview of skills and strategies necessary to successfully complete a degree or certificate from Ivy Tech Community College and to transfer to a four-year institution. Student Success (Health) This course provides students with an overview of skills and strategies necessary to successfully complete a degree or certificate from Ivy Tech Community College. In this course, students will also learn about concepts and issues connected to the health care industry. Student Success (Technology) This course provides students with an overview of skills and strategies necessary to successfully complete a degree or certificate from Ivy Tech Community College. In this course, students will also learn about concepts and issues connected to the automotive industry, machine tool technology, welding, and HVAC. Student Success (Information Technology) This course provides students with an overview of skills and strategies necessary to successfully complete a degree or certificate from Ivy Tech Community College. In this course, students will also learn about concepts and issues connected to information technology, software development, cloud technologies, and computer science. Instruction 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 curricular learning Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines and expectation All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
Requirements
- Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution
- Has appropriate teaching or professional experience
- College level teaching experience
- Official college transcripts required upon hiring
- Employment is contingent on acceptable criminal background checks
Responsibilities
- Creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals
- Providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by Ivy Tech Community College
- Supporting the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives
- Performing all instructional duties to facilitate student learning in assigned classes
- Providing syllabus to students while following syllabus content and requirements
- Maintaining student attendance and grading records
- Submitting requested information within established timelines
- Dealing with student concerns and consult with department chair to resolve issues
- Meeting all scheduled classes of contracted course
- Using classroom technology (Canvas, Zoom, Email, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc.) as appropriate
- Notifying department chair in event of any emergency
- Conducting all work activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of population, views, and learning styles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
