Adjunct - German

Ivy Tech Community College • Bloomington, IN

4d • Remote

About The Position

Ivy Tech Bloomington is seeking part-time adjunct instructors to teach German. The college currently offers 16-week sections that meet virtually via Zoom and is specifically seeking an instructor for the Monday/Wednesday 3:00–5:00 p.m. GERM 102 section starting in January. Meeting times for future semesters are negotiable. Adjuncts may teach between 1 and 13 contact hours and are paid $46.75 per contact hour at the Bloomington campus. Applicants should attach unofficial transcripts documenting the minimum credentialing requirement and a resume or CV. Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester as needed and are responsible for creating a learning environment that helps students reach their goals and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the college.

A qualified German faculty member must meet one of the following credentialing routes: hold an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in German language or German literature; hold an earned master’s or higher degree in any discipline from a regionally accredited institution and have 18 graduate semester hours in German language or German literature; or be a native speaker of German with a master’s degree and the equivalent of two years of secondary or post-secondary teaching experience in German or a related area, such as linguistics or another language. Previous teaching experience using Canvas or a similar learning management system is preferred.

Requirements

• Meet one of the stated German faculty credentialing routes: an earned master’s or higher degree in German language or German literature from a regionally accredited institution; or an earned master’s or higher degree in any discipline from a regionally accredited institution plus 18 graduate semester hours in German language or German literature; or native German speaker status, a master’s degree, and the equivalent of two years of secondary or post-secondary teaching experience in German or a related area.
• Submit unofficial transcripts showing the minimum credentialing requirement and a resume or CV.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching experience using Canvas or a similar learning management system.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 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 and grades and meet other requirements.
• Engage with students in meaningful and productive ways that support learning and create a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College.
• Develop and implement active teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning.
• 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.
• Conduct activities in accordance with FERPA, applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards, while respecting and promoting diversity of people, styles, and views.
• Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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