Adjunct Instructor, Law Enforcement Academy (Non-Credit)

Tarrant County College District•Detroit, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct instructors in the NW CE Criminal Justice department support students’ learning by using appropriate college resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies. The role reports to the campus department instructional leader and contributes directly to student success. Instructors teach non-credit law enforcement academy classes according to assigned schedules and modalities, using the College Master Syllabus and approved learning management system. This is a pooled posting; supervisors review applications and make hiring decisions as part-time faculty assignments become available. Work hours vary based on the course schedule, and the position is not eligible for remote work.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or higher.
At least three years of directly related industry experience in law enforcement or status as a subject matter expert.
Any degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
Ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment with varied and unpredictable demands.
Ability to use computer applications and enterprise systems, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and take initiative.
Knowledge of the teaching discipline and how students learn.
Ability to adapt to student learning needs and use student-centered integrative learning strategies.
Ability to promote positive expectations of students and incorporate technology and pedagogical innovation to enhance learning.
Ability to assess student learning and self-learning, assess and revise curriculum, and develop relevant class content.
Ability to develop effective classroom management processes and strategies.
Experience mentoring students and engaging in peer collaboration and mentoring.
Ability to serve the institution, profession, and community and participate in professional development to remain current in the teaching discipline and pedagogy.
Continued educational attainment.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of working experience as a Texas Peace Officer.
At least one year of experience teaching law enforcement classes in an academy environment.
At least one year of teaching experience using active learning techniques, service learning, and innovative technology.
Current curriculum-specific instructor certification, such as ALERRT, Firearms, SFST, PPCT, or NAPD.
Current Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Basic Instructor Certification.

Responsibilities

Accept and teach classes based on varied schedules and modalities as assigned by the designated supervisor.
Accommodate student needs and external stakeholders’ expectations of the College.
Prepare and deliver instruction following the College Master Syllabus and using the 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 to support achievement of learning outcomes.
Design and maintain an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
Maintain student attendance records weekly and certify student enrollments by the established deadline.
Evaluate student performance and learning in accordance with discipline and department standards.
Provide timely evaluation feedback, post grades in the learning management system weekly, and submit final grades by the established deadline.
Assign grades consistent with course requirements.
Support assessment of student and program learning outcomes and institutional performance measures.
Accept assignments at other sites as necessary, including dual-credit courses.
Support the College’s mission, values, goals, and principles.
Complete required TCC training and professional development sessions.
Attend the workplace regularly and follow a work schedule that meets worksite demands.
Follow College policies and procedures and applicable safety procedures.
Perform other related tasks as required.