PT - Adjunct Faculty, Business Administration

Arizona Western College • Yuma, AZ

112d • $810

About The Position

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, incorporating relevant classroom technology, and ensuring course content is up to date. Key responsibilities include fostering an inclusive classroom environment, staying informed about developments within their field, maintaining accurate records, fostering and submitting reports on time, communicating professionally, and adhering to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in the discipline, OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline, OR Master's degree in any discipline with three years of full-time work experience related to the course(s) taught.
• Bachelor's degree with an industry recognized license or certification and three years of full-time work experience, OR Bachelor's degree with a current Arizona teaching certificate in the discipline and three full-time years teaching in the content area.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of the academic discipline being taught.
• Knowledge and understanding of effective teaching methods and learning theories.
• Knowledge of curriculum design and assessment practices.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively utilize instructional technologies and learning platforms including learning management system.
• Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills to manage course materials, records, and administrative tasks.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Serves students by fulfilling the institution's Student Experience Statement.
• Provides instruction using appropriate strategies that demonstrate teaching excellence through evidence-based practices that foster student learning.
• Effectively integrates instructional and classroom technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Develops, plans, and delivers course content, administers assessments, and provides feedback and grades to students through the learning management system.
• Ensures that course content and materials are updated and aligned with current curriculum goals, student learning outcomes, and course objectives.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time, including grades and attendance, in accordance with institutional requirements.
• Acquires, maintains, and applies knowledge of best instructional practices and remains current in the assigned academic field.
• Offers academic support and fosters an inclusive classroom environment that supports learning at all levels.
• Responds to correspondence in a timely, thoughtful, and professional manner.
• Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives and performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree