Part Time Instructor - Philosophy

Alpena Community College•Alpena, MI

About The Position

The Part Time Instructor teaches courses in Language & Reason, Intro to Philosophy, and/or Ethics. Part-time faculty normally teach one or two courses per semester, with assignments potentially available for day and evening courses. Compensation is based on total contact hours taught per semester, starting at $676 per contact hour. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. It operates in a professional office environment and may require travel outside the local area depending on course location; mileage reimbursement may be available. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Philosophy or at least 18 graduate credits in Philosophy.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience in a higher education setting, including online teaching.
Strong working knowledge of teaching methods.
Computer competency in word processing, instructional software, and online instruction.
Curriculum development experience, especially online curriculum development.

Responsibilities

Teach lecture and laboratory portions of courses.
Prepare and distribute course syllabi to students.
Perform preparation requirements for laboratory exercises.
Evaluate student progress through examinations, quizzes, observations, and laboratory reports.
Act as liaison between the college and the student.
Implement curriculum changes at the request of the Department Chairperson or Lead Instructor.
Maintain appropriate instructional laboratories and equipment.
Be available for individual student assistance, advising, and/or consultation as necessary.
Participate in curriculum development, revisions, and evaluation activities.
Maintain a high level of academic competency through staff development activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chairperson and the Vice President for Instruction.
Include a statement in the syllabus explaining how students can arrange an appointment if the instructor does not maintain office hours.