Human Services Adjunct Faculty

Ivy Tech Community College • Sellersburg, IN

17h • Remote

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School. Work Hours: Day, evening and/or Saturday classes. Specifically hiring for evening and Saturday day virtual, synchronous classes.

Requirements

• Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM Number 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction.
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in a human services field (social work, human services and counseling, addiction counseling, public health (community health, education), counseling psychology).
• Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program
• Has one of the following: Professional certification or licensure in the field; or 2 years of directly post-master’s degree related work experience.
• Professional knowledge and experience skills in the following areas:
• Prior experience teaching at a community college and experience with internship/externship courses. (minimum two years)
• Minimum of 2 years mental health and substance use disorder clinical experience
• Minimum of 2 years case management, client care coordination experience
• Public health frameworks and advocacy
• Experience with learning management systems, preferably Canvas
• Experience teaching human services courses with synchronous components

Nice To Haves

• Experience with online or hybrid teaching environments
• Record of scholarship, research, or clinical practice beyond minimum requirements
• Experience in developing and maintaining internship partnerships

Responsibilities

• Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes
• Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements
• Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook
• Submits requested information within established timelines
• Maintain student office hours outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance
• Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program chair to resolve issues
• Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s).
• Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, Zoom, Teams, Microsoft 365, Google Office Suite, Book Publisher etc. as appropriate.
• Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive vision care 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
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level