PT Philosophy Instructor

Johnston Community College•Main Campus - Smithfield, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct faculty are professionals with the responsibility of providing a quality learning experience for Johnston Community College students on a semester basis. Adjunct faculty report to a dean and/or director and perform instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The categories listed below constitute the expectations for the adjunct faculty member. These responsibilities will be assessed utilizing student evaluations and classroom observations by the supervisor.

Requirements

Ability to demonstrate competence in areas expected to teach
Ability to plan, organize and deploy quality college level instruction
Ability to communicate effectively with adult learners and to maintain good relationships with staff and students.
Ability to exercise sound judgement, individual initiative, independent actions within a professional environment
Master's degree required in Philosophy or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Philosophy-related course work.
One year teaching experience.
Effective written and verbal communication skills are required.
Ability to perform basic math computations including adding, subtracting, multiplying and averaging all units of measure.
Ability to compute fractions, percentages and decimals.
Ability to use effective critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills.
Proficient in a Windows environment and have knowledge of email systems, PowerPoint, Blackboard and online lab environments.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) to three (3) years of teaching experience in a post-secondary environment, preferably at a community college.
Specific experience with online instruction and educational technology is preferred.
Experience working with the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction in assigned class(es) in coordination with your Dean and established course model syllabus/syllabi.
Provide a high quality learning and teaching environment for students in accordance with the educational objectives of the college.
Teach assigned classes
Create an effective learning environment
Meet classes as assigned
Present instruction based on the student learning outcomes and performance levels of the course
Maintain accurate attendance and scholastic records of students
Use teaching methods designed for a variety of learning styles
Use course text, outlines, syllabi and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and departmental guidelines
Assist with maintaining a classroom environment emphasizing safety, good housekeeping, and equipment security
Participate in communications with the college and department and meet deadlines as required
Submit required reports
Participate in the college’s assessment process, if required
Fulfill all contract provisions
Maintain a high level of professionalism as a representative of the college