Adjunct - Religion Instructor

Georgia Department of Revenue•Warner Robins, GA

10d•Remote

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Adjunct - Religion Instructor provides associate-level World Religions instruction in classroom settings, prepares syllabi and lesson plans, and develops program goals and objectives. The instructor must be able to teach all phases of the curriculum and use appropriate teaching techniques, testing and grading procedures, and oral and written communication skills. The position requires following the approved course syllabus and maintaining grade books and other required records, current knowledge of in-field procedures, and compliance with program requirements and institutional and Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) policies. The instructor attends and completes required professional development, meets with students and college personnel about instructional programs and other issues, evaluates student progress, completes reports, records, and invoices promptly, and maintains an accurate inventory of assigned property. The role may also provide mentoring support to adjunct faculty as a lead instructor. The position is assigned to online classes, though schedules may vary by academic term. Work may also involve traditional day or evening classes, and requires travel within the college's service area and additional travel as needed. Adjunct appointments are temporary, time-limited appointments for a single academic term or period and do not promise continued or future full-time employment. Compensation is a set fee per course based on a gross hourly rate of $29 per contact hour, with possible additional stipends for student contact hours, orientation and training, and course development. Adjuncts are not eligible for TRS or ERS retirement benefits, state insurance, leave, or holiday pay.

Requirements

Meet the applicable faculty qualification requirements for the assigned teaching discipline and accrediting bodies.
Standard academic route: Earned master's degree in religion/world religions (RELG) from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or an earned master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline from such an institution.
Education courses related to teaching religion do not count as discipline-specific coursework under the standard academic qualification.
Submit a current resume, completed CGTC job application, and transcripts from all academic institutions where postsecondary credit was earned, showing all conferred degrees. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable in the employment packet; diploma copies are not accepted in lieu of transcripts.
Alternative qualification route: Earned master's degree in a related field from an appropriately accredited institution, with demonstrated competence in the teaching discipline as outlined in the CGTC Faculty Qualification Equivalency Form.
For the alternative qualification route, submit a current resume, completed CGTC job application, all applicable transcripts, the CGTC Faculty Qualification Equivalency Form, and supporting documentation demonstrating qualifications specific to the teaching discipline.
Maintain qualifications for employment as described by the TCSG Policy Manual and accreditation standards.
Provide complete application materials and supporting documentation by the stated closing deadline.

Nice To Haves

Documented teaching experience at the postsecondary level.

Responsibilities

Provide associate-level World Religions instruction and teach all phases of the assigned curriculum.
Prepare course syllabi and lesson plans, and develop program goals and objectives.
Use appropriate teaching techniques, testing and grading procedures, and oral and written communication skills.
Follow the approved course syllabus and maintain grade books and other required records.
Maintain current knowledge of in-field procedures and comply with program requirements and applicable TCSG and institutional rules and policies.
Attend and complete required professional development training.
Meet with students and college personnel to discuss instructional programs and other issues.
Evaluate student progress toward goals and objectives.
Complete reports, records, and invoices in a timely manner and maintain an accurate inventory of assigned property.
Possibly serve as a lead instructor and mentor adjunct faculty teaching in the discipline.
Comply with rules and regulations applicable to dual enrollment instructors at their on-site locations, if applicable.