Adjunct - Speech Instructor

Central Georgia Technical College•Warner Robins, GA

8d•Remote

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides associate-level speech instruction to students in classroom settings and prepares syllabi and lesson plans. Develops program goals and objectives and is able to teach all phases of the curriculum. Uses appropriate teaching techniques, testing and grading procedures, grade-book and other required record-keeping practices, oral and written communication skills, and current in-field procedures. Follows the approved course syllabus and program requirements, completes professional development training, and meets with students and college personnel about instructional programs and other issues. Evaluates student progress toward goals and objectives; completes reports, records, and invoices on time; and maintains accurate inventories of assigned property. The position may also serve as a lead instructor mentoring adjunct faculty in the discipline. The instructor must maintain qualifications under Technical College System of Georgia policy and accreditation standards and follow institutional and TCSG rules and procedures. Dual Enrollment instructors are also subject to the rules of their on-site location. The position is assigned to online classes, though it may involve traditional daytime and/or evening classes. Schedules may vary by academic term. Travel within the college’s service area and additional travel as needed are required. This is a temporary, time-limited appointment for a single academic term or period and does not imply continued employment or future full-time employment. Compensation is a set fee per course based on a gross rate of $29 per contact hour; additional stipends may be available for student contact hours, orientation and training, course development, and other activities. Adjunct positions are not eligible for TRS or ERS retirement benefits, state insurance, leave, or holiday pay.

Requirements

Earned master’s degree in speech (SPCH) from an institutionally accredited academic institution 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. Education courses related to teaching speech do not count as discipline-specific coursework.
Alternatively, applicants who do not meet the standard academic qualification may be considered with an earned master’s degree in a related field from an appropriately accredited institution and demonstrated competence in the teaching discipline, documented on the CGTC Faculty Qualification Equivalency Form.
Submit a completed CGTC electronic application, current resume, and transcripts from all academic institutions where postsecondary credit was earned, including records showing conferred degrees. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable in the employment packet; diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts.
Applicants using the alternative qualification must also submit the CGTC Faculty Qualification Equivalency Form and supporting documentation demonstrating discipline-specific qualifications.
Maintain qualifications required by the Technical College System of Georgia Policy Manual and applicable accreditation standards.
Ability to teach all phases of the curriculum and use appropriate teaching, testing, grading, record-keeping, and communication practices.
Ability to complete required reports and records and maintain assigned inventory.
Ability to travel within the college’s service area and as needed.

Nice To Haves

Documented postsecondary-level teaching experience.
Transcripts demonstrating conferred degrees.

Responsibilities

Provide associate-level speech instruction to students.
Prepare course syllabi and lesson plans and develop program goals and objectives.
Teach all phases of the curriculum using appropriate teaching techniques and current in-field procedures.
Follow the approved course syllabus and program requirements.
Use appropriate testing and grading procedures and maintain grade books and other required records.
Attend and complete 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.
Maintain an accurate inventory of assigned property.
May serve as a lead instructor and mentor adjunct faculty teaching in the discipline.
Maintain employment qualifications required by TCSG policy and accreditation standards and follow applicable institutional rules and procedures.
Travel within the college’s service area and as otherwise needed.