Adjunct Faculty - Communication
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 teaching opportunities that do not currently have a specific opening; applying does not indicate that a position is available in a particular field or guarantee an interview. Adjunct faculty are hired temporarily, part-time, and on an as-needed basis each semester. The adjunct faculty member creates a learning environment that supports students in reaching their goals and provides effective instruction and assessment within the framework of school-provided common syllabi. Candidates must be able to teach in person at the Evansville campus. The hiring rate 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. Specific hours depend on assigned classes and may include evenings.
Requirements
- Appropriate education and/or credential 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 needed 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 outside scheduled class time to answer student 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 that respect as 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
- Free Ivy Tech tuition for the employee, spouse, and dependents after two semesters of employment
- Low-cost vision care exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- No-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other Employee Assistance Program resources
- Payroll-deduction retirement savings contributions using pre-tax or post-tax dollars
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
