Adjunct Instructor, English (Evening Preferred)

Tarrant County College District•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the campus department instructional leader, the Adjunct Instructor provides assistance to students in their learning process by using appropriate college resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies to complement teaching and learning and support student success. The instructor teaches assigned classes in varied schedules and modalities, which may include Dual Credit, on-campus, online, or Weekend College courses, and may be assigned to other sites for dual credit courses. This pooled posting is used to hire adjunct instructors as part-time faculty assignments become available. Work hours vary according to the course schedule; the position is not eligible for remote work.

Requirements

Master's degree or higher in English, Literature, Creative Writing, Technical Communication, or a closely related discipline; alternatively, a master's degree or higher with at least 18 graduate hours in one of these disciplines.
Degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment and independently, and to take initiative.
Ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment with varied and unpredictable demands.
Proficiency with computer applications and enterprise systems, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of the teaching discipline and how students learn; ability to adapt to student learning needs.
Ability to use student-centered integrative learning strategies, promote positive expectations, and incorporate technology and pedagogical innovation.
Ability to assess student learning and self-learning, and assess, evaluate, and revise curriculum.
Ability to develop relevant class content and effective classroom management processes and strategies.
Experience mentoring students and engaging in peer collaboration and peer mentoring.
Engagement in service to the institution, profession, and community.
Participation in professional development to remain current in the discipline and pedagogy, and continued educational attainment.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of work experience in the discipline or teaching area.
At least one year of experience teaching developmental classes.
At least one year of experience teaching a class or facilitating training.
At least one year of experience teaching using active learning techniques, service learning, and innovative technology.
At least one year of experience teaching in Dual Credit and Early College High School programs.
At least one year of online teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned classes in varied schedules and modalities, including Dual Credit, on-campus, online, or Weekend College.
Accommodate student needs and external stakeholders' expectations of the College.
Prepare and deliver instruction using the College Master Syllabus and approved learning management system.
Communicate regularly with students and college officials, including responding to emails, calls, and meeting requests.
Pursue activities to enhance subject matter expertise, instructional skills, and knowledge of learning.
Prepare assignments and assessments aligned with learning outcomes.
Design and maintain an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
Maintain weekly student attendance records and certify enrollments by established deadlines.
Evaluate student performance and learning according to discipline and department standards.
Provide timely feedback, post grades in the learning management system weekly, and submit final grades by established deadlines.
Assign grades consistent with course requirements.
Support assessment of student and program learning outcomes and institutional performance measures.
Accept assignments at other sites as needed, including for dual credit courses.
Support the College's mission, values, goals, and principles.
Complete required College training and professional development.
Attend the workplace regularly and follow a work schedule that meets worksite demands.
Follow College policies, procedures, and applicable safety procedures.
Perform other related tasks as required.