Adjunct - Spanish

Ivy Tech Community College • East Chicago, IN

23d • Onsite

About The Position

The Adjunct Faculty member teaches assigned Spanish courses and facilitates student learning within the framework of common syllabi provided by the Division. This is a temporary, part-time position hired each semester on an as-needed basis, and it is performed in person. Compensation is $47.35 per contact hour. The position is contingent on providing official transcripts.

The faculty member creates a learning environment that supports students in reaching their goals, provides effective instruction and assessment, and conducts work with appreciation and respect for diversity. The role requires sensitivity to students’ and employees’ diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds, as well as support for the College’s mission and strategic plan. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

The qualified faculty member must meet one of the stated discipline standards for Spanish instruction. Selected candidates are subject to pre-employment background checks, including a criminal history check, and any offer is contingent on the outcome.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following Spanish discipline standards: an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in Spanish language or Spanish literature; an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any discipline with 18 graduate hours in Spanish language or Spanish literature; or native Spanish-speaker status with a master’s degree and the equivalent of two years of secondary or post-secondary teaching experience in Spanish or a related area, such as linguistics or another language.
• 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.
• Provide official transcripts.
• Selected candidate must pass pre-employment background checks, including a criminal history check; any offer is contingent on the outcome.

Responsibilities

• Perform instructional duties needed to teach and facilitate learning in assigned classes.
• Provide students with a syllabus appropriate to each 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.
• Address student concerns and consult with the program coordinator when needed to resolve issues.
• Meet all scheduled classes for contracted courses.
• Use technology such as Blackboard 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, and promote that respect as an integral part of the work.
• Support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives.

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.
• 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