Academic Development Adjunct: Reading, Writing & Math

Lackawanna College; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Lackawanna College in Scranton, PA, invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Academic Development: Reading, Writing, and Math. The role encompasses delivering instruction, preparing materials, mentoring students, and maintaining records using the college LMS.

The candidate should hold an associate degree with English and Math credits, with a preference for a Bachelor's or Master's in English, Math, or Education and a reading certification. Daytime availability is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's degree with at least 18 English credits for bridge level courses.
• Minimum of an Associate's degree with at least 18 Math credits.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in English, Math, or Education preferred.
• English degree with reading certification for bridge level reading course preferred.
• Demonstrated prior teaching/training experience.
• Daytime hour availability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in Academic Development courses using student-centered, outcomes-based methods.
• Teach Basic Writing, Reading for College, Basic Math, Critical Reading, and Fundamentals of Writing.
• Develop strategies to help developmental students transition to bridge- and college-level coursework.
• Prepare syllabi, lesson plans, activities, and assessments.
• Provide academic support, guidance, and mentoring.
• Document attendance, grades, and learning outcomes on time.
• Utilize the college LMS to manage attendance and course information.
• Attend adjunct faculty orientation and onboarding.
• Communicate with the division Chairperson about questions or issues.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student-centered teaching

Education

Associate's degree with 18 English credits

Associate's degree with 18 Math credits

Bachelor's or Master's in English/Math/Education

English degree with reading certification

Job description

Lackawanna College in Scranton, PA, invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Academic Development: Reading, Writing, and Math. The role encompasses delivering instruction, preparing materials, mentoring students, and maintaining records using the college LMS.

The candidate should hold an associate degree with English and Math credits, with a preference for a Bachelor's or Master's in English, Math, or Education and a reading certification. Daytime availability is required.