Mathmatics - Adjunct Instructor

Ivy Tech Community College • East Chicago, IN

25d

About The Position

The Adjunct Instructor is a temporary, part-time faculty member hired each semester as needed. The instructor creates a learning environment that supports student goals and provides effective instruction and assessment using the common syllabi provided by the school. The role requires sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of college students and employees.

A qualified Mathematics faculty member must either hold an earned master's or higher degree in mathematics from a regionally accredited institution, or hold an earned master's or higher degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics-related courses. Candidates must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to their instructional area.

Responsibilities are carried out in accordance with FERPA, other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards. Additional duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Requirements

• Earned master's or higher degree in mathematics from a regionally accredited institution; or an earned master's or higher degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics-related courses.
• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of college students and employees.

Responsibilities

• Perform instructional duties necessary 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 to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions and provide assistance.
• Meet all scheduled classes for contracted courses.
• Use technology such as Canvas and PowerPoint as appropriate.
• Notify the program or department chair in the event of an emergency absence.
• Conduct work with appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views, while promoting diversity as an integral part of the work.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• 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