Faculty Adjunct, English

Dallas College•Mountain View, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Faculty Adjunct, English teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation. The position requires an on-campus presence, including when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law. All positions are considered on-site; after six months, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid arrangement subject to job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy. The instructor provides course syllabi, maintains complete course records, supports and evaluates instructional practices, and works collaboratively with colleagues and the division dean. The role also includes advising, registration, professional development, committee and campus activities, community engagement, and compliance with college policies and contractual obligations. Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Requirements

For credit classes transferable toward a higher degree: a master’s degree or higher and at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
For workforce education degree or certificate courses: a combination of academic preparation and work experience, including three years of direct or related work experience other than teaching.
For developmental courses: a bachelor’s degree or higher in the specific teaching discipline and demonstrated competency, such as teaching experience, honors, graduate coursework, or other related accomplishments.
Excellent oral and written communication skills for interacting with students.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse populations, through formal training and/or past work experience.
Ability to provide quality customer service.
Regular and predictable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual.

Responsibilities

Teach students effectively in assigned classes and maintain office hours for student consultation.
Provide students with a written course syllabus.
Participate in evaluating instruction and use innovative strategies to continually improve learning.
Support development of the discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate.
Maintain accurate and complete course records.
Perform professional activities and responsibilities agreed upon with the division dean and collaborate with colleagues to achieve shared goals.
Use knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles in instruction.
Participate in student advising and registration.
Use technology to facilitate learning, access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate.
Meet professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations.
Comply with Dallas College board policies, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate.
Support the college mission and goals by participating in planning division objectives and budget requests.
Serve on and attend college committees as assigned.
Participate in campus commencement exercises as required and attend other required college meetings and activities.
Participate in their own performance appraisal.
Work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds.
Communicate with organizations, businesses, community groups, faculty, staff, and students.
Promote the college in the community through marketing activities.
Participate in professional development and complete required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
Perform other duties as assigned.