Adjunct Faculty

North Central Missouri College•Trenton, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide course instruction in accordance with institutionally-approved learning outcomes. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Advance student learning through exemplary instruction in accordance with the established course syllabus. Model effective oral and written communication that engages students, provides clarity, and improves student learning. Facilitate course activities in an organized and comprehensible manner. Establish clear expectations for all course activities while being responsive to student questions. Encourage critical thinking and analysis throughout course activities. Ensure the content and level of material included within course activities correspond to the student learning objectives of the course. Demonstrate consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of assignments and exams. Provide timely feedback to students throughout the course. Continuously improve instructional quality by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, instructional technology, and distance education to enhance student learning and retention. Maintain student records as required by NCMC. Remain current with subject-matter as well as effective teaching and learning strategies. Adhere to NCMC policies as outlined in the NCMC Faculty Handbook. Attend meeting and college functions as required. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Instructors teaching general education/transfer areas must hold a Master’s degree in area of assignment, or any Master’s degree with at least 18 hours of graduate courses in area of concentration.
Instructors teaching in career/technical areas must hold a Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent professional experience in the field.
Must have a commitment to teaching excellence.
Proven organizational, analytical and time management skills.
Ability to build relationships and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Strong verbal, written, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Prefer individual who has taught courses at the college level to include distance and online learning in a technology-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Advance student learning through exemplary instruction in accordance with the established course syllabus.
Model effective oral and written communication that engages students, provides clarity, and improves student learning.
Facilitate course activities in an organized and comprehensible manner.
Establish clear expectations for all course activities while being responsive to student questions.
Encourage critical thinking and analysis throughout course activities.
Ensure the content and level of material included within course activities correspond to the student learning objectives of the course.
Demonstrate consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of assignments and exams.
Provide timely feedback to students throughout the course.
Continuously improve instructional quality by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, instructional technology, and distance education to enhance student learning and retention.
Maintain student records as required by NCMC.
Remain current with subject-matter as well as effective teaching and learning strategies.
Adhere to NCMC policies as outlined in the NCMC Faculty Handbook.
Attend meeting and college functions as required.
Other duties as assigned.