Full-Time Faculty- English

Ivy Tech Community College•South Bend, IN

About The Position

The Full-Time Faculty member in English provides quality, engaging instruction across delivery methods and formats within academic programs. The role supports students’ mastery of course and program learning outcomes through timely, meaningful feedback, academic coaching, and engagement inside and outside class. Faculty also contribute to student retention and completion, institutional initiatives, community service, and the College’s mission and strategic plan, while meeting campus expectations for faculty performance and engagement. The position includes teaching assigned courses; developing and maintaining curricula and course materials; maintaining student records; using the Learning Management System to support teaching, assessment, and communication; and creating a safe classroom environment. Faculty monitor student performance and coordinate interventions and referrals in partnership with academic advising staff. They also participate in professional development and scholarly activities, community and business outreach, institutional committees and projects, meetings, commencement, career services, alumni activities, and program management support. Other logically associated duties may be assigned. Responsibilities must comply with FERPA, applicable regulations, and professional standards. The position reports to a Program Chair or School Dean and may supervise designated support staff. Compensation is $50,000–$53,000. The role is classified F1–F5 and is exempt under the FLSA. A qualified candidate must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the instructional area and meet faculty credential standards. For English, qualification requires either an earned master’s or higher degree in English from a regionally accredited institution, or an earned master’s or higher degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution plus 18 graduate semester credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process. Ivy Tech offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness resources; retirement contributions; life and disability coverage; educational benefits; paid professional development; paid time off and holidays; childbirth recovery and parental leave; flexible work arrangements where available; and various discounts and loan-forgiveness eligibility.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
Meet faculty credential requirements outlined in ASOM 7.1, as applicable to the specific area of instruction.
For English: an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in English; or an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field plus 18 graduate semester credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process.

Responsibilities

Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that support student learning and align with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes.
Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in alignment with course objectives and program learning outcomes.
Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other required documentation.
Manage a classroom environment conducive to learning and compliant with safety standards and practices.
Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
Use the Learning Management System to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.
Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, use academic advising alerts, and provide interventions, tutoring, academic supports, and referrals as appropriate.
Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and faculty loading policy.
Promote and assist with student recruitment, retention, and successful program completion, including outreach through phone and electronic tools.
Participate in professional development, scheduled training, relevant industry experiences, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills and subject knowledge.
Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline or focus, annual performance plans, and certification or licensure requirements.
Stay current in contemporary pedagogy and digital and other teaching technologies.
Participate in community service on behalf of the College and develop community, industry, and business contacts as appropriate.
Provide institutional support through committees, task forces, accreditation projects, and grant-related projects as requested.
Support and engage with Ivy+ Careerlink and Ivy Tech Foundations.
Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
Participate in college-wide, campus-wide, departmental, division, and faculty meetings.
Participate in career services and alumni activities.
Support the program or department chair in program management activities.
Adhere to college and regional academic policies.
Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with an employer contribution.
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and orthodontia coverage.
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards.
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years.
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary, paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
Paid professional development opportunities.
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess.
Flexible work arrangements where available.
Paid childbirth recovery leave of eight weeks.
Paid parental leave of four weeks.
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services.