Full-Time Faculty - English

Ivy Tech Community College•Indianapolis, IN

2d•$45,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ivy Tech is Indiana’s community college and workforce engine, delivering high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana’s communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success. Full-time faculty responsibilities include instruction, student engagement, institutional support, community relations and business outreach, and professional development. All faculty are expected to teach their assigned courses and fulfill all other faculty appointment obligations. Faculty are obligated to the on-campus and off-campus time necessary to meet their professional responsibilities for classes, laboratories, office hours, meetings, and other assignments. The distribution of a faculty member’s comprehensive assignment will vary in accordance with department, division, and/or regional needs and faculty expertise. Decisions regarding courses taught, teaching locations, and class schedules are determined by regional administration. Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

Requirements

Master's or higher degree in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in English or linguistics
Teaching experience in English
Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.

Nice To Haves

Master's or higher degree in English
Community college teaching experience
Experience teaching 1st year Composition
Strong working knowledge of technologies: Instructure Canvas, Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Zoom
Experience teaching in multiple modalities (traditional, blended, virtual)

Responsibilities

Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.
Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.
Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
Use Learning Management System (e.g., Blackboard) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 07.02.00).
Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.
Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.
Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.
Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.
Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.
Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.
Participate in career service and alumni activities.
Support program/department chair in program management activities.
Adhere to college and regional academic policies.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) 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 (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services