Audio Engineer - Adjunct Instructor

SAE Institute•Nashville, TN

16d

About The Position

The Audio Engineer Adjunct Instructor facilitates student learning and helps students achieve course and program learning outcomes. The instructor teaches, inspires, motivates, guides, and supports students; continually develops instructional and professional skills; updates course materials; and maintains high expectations for the quality and detail of student work. The position follows SAE Institute policies and procedures and provides education aligned with SAE curricula and delivery methods. The instructor plans and prepares classes, develops instructional plans and activities, maintains course content and communication through Canvas, and manages classroom learning. Responsibilities also include accurate and timely attendance and grade reporting, advising students at risk academically or for attendance, and coordinating support with academic staff. The instructor contributes to campus and academic activities, maintains eligibility under applicable regulations, and participates in faculty development. This is a part-time adjunct instructor position with ongoing contract renewal as needed. The role reports to the Director of Education or Program Chair.

Requirements

For faculty teaching courses other than general education at the diploma or associate degree level: at least a bachelor's degree, major and minor academic preparation relevant to the assignment, and three years of related experience.
For faculty teaching bachelor's degree courses: at least a master's degree, major and minor academic preparation relevant to the assignment, and three years of related experience.
Expert knowledge of the subject matter taught in assigned courses.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to foster a cooperative atmosphere in a diverse community.
Outstanding conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrated time management and critical thinking skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet frequently occurring deadlines.
Ability to work independently without constant supervision and to follow instructions.
Knowledge of common office software, such as Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to complete administrative tasks such as posting attendance and grades accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

Provide education aligned with the SAE model of curricula and delivery.
Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement.
Teach, guide, motivate, and support students in achieving course and program learning outcomes.
Develop instructional plans and course activities that meet course competencies and support lesson objectives.
Plan and prepare effectively for classes and student success, following standard course syllabi.
Enrich syllabi by developing course materials and using SAE-approved curriculum and participatory, innovative teaching and learning methods.
Set high expectations for quality work and ensure students complete coursework that meets class goals with attention to detail.
Post attendance within one hour after class ends, assignment grades within one week of submission, and final grades within 48 hours after the course ends.
Update the Canvas grade book within 48 hours after an assessment is posted.
Maintain, update, manage, and ensure the accuracy of Canvas content for assigned courses, and use Canvas to engage and communicate with students.
Contact and advise students at risk for attendance or academic issues and coordinate support with Academic staff.
Maintain accurate records and enforce college policies and procedures.
Contribute to the learning culture through academic advising, curriculum committees, campus events, workshops, and collegiate meetings.
Maintain instructor eligibility under applicable federal, state, and accrediting regulations.
Create and follow an annual faculty development plan and complete one professional growth development activity and one in-service development activity annually.
Use available teaching technologies to improve student engagement.
Comply with SAE policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.