Adjunct Faculty - Communication

Ivy Tech Community College • Evansville, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ivy Tech seeks qualified adjunct faculty to supplement instruction at its Evansville, Indiana campus. This posting is for people interested in adjunct instruction opportunities that do not currently have a specific opening; applying does not indicate a current opening in a field of study or guarantee an interview.

Adjunct faculty are temporary, part-time employees hired each semester as needed. The role is to create a learning environment that helps students reach their goals and provide effective instruction and assessment using the common syllabi provided by the School. Candidates must be able to teach in person at the Evansville campus. Pay is $45 per contact hour, approximately $2,160 per eight-week course. Positions typically begin at the start or midpoint of semesters in January, March, August, or October. Assigned hours depend on the classes and may include evenings.

Requirements

• Appropriate education and/or credentials for the field of study; typically a master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
• Must be located to teach in person at the Evansville, Indiana campus.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as faculty in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Perform instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Provide students with a syllabus appropriate to the course and follow its content and requirements.
• Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy and the Adjunct Handbook.
• Submit requested information within established timelines.
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions and provide assistance.
• Address student concerns and consult with the program coordinator when needed to resolve issues.
• Meet all scheduled classes for contracted courses.
• Use technology such as Blackboard and PowerPoint as appropriate.
• Notify the program or department chair in the event of an emergency absence.
• Conduct activities with appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views, and promote the same as an integral part of the work.
• Perform other duties associated with the position as assigned.

Benefits

• Whole Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program, including confidential counseling, legal consultations, and financial planning consultations
• Free Ivy Tech tuition or fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependents; eligibility is specified after two semesters of employment in one section
• Employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

What This Job Offers

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