Adjunct - Anatomy & Physiology

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 6,250,860 - 8,902,740; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Adjunct – Anatomy & Physiology for a part-time teaching position. This role involves providing quality instruction, engaging students, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

The Adjunct will oversee course curriculum, utilize technology for teaching, maintain records, and foster an inclusive classroom culture. A Master's degree in relevant disciplines and prior teaching experience are required.

Compensation is $55.88 per contact hour, with a maximum of 12 contact hours per week.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience in a teaching/learning laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses and oversees the curriculum.
• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere for learning.
• Maintains accurate attendance and grading records.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in human anatomy, physiology, or pathology

Job description

Job Description

The Adjunct – Anatomy & Physiology position provides qualityinstruction and maintains a positive learning environment in theclassroom, with major emphasis placed on teaching, supporting, andevaluating students. The Adjunct role provides instruction andmonitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by theDepartment Chair or other leadership members. The incumbent mustexhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to multitaskwhile engaging large groups of people with complicatedmaterial.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Instruction & Student Learning

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
• Considers individual differences of students to support a range of appropriate learning activities.
• Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
• Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology. Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
• Maintains attendance records, determines, and submits grades in a timely manner, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
• Distributes and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross‑college, and instructor requirements.
• Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
• Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.

Student Engagement & Advisement

• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
• Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Refs students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited academic institution in the disciplines of human anatomy, physiology, or pathology, or a medical professional degree (MD, DVM, DO, or other pertinent post‑baccalaureate degree).
• Experience in the procedures of a teaching/learning laboratory setting.

Additional Information

• State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or demonstrable ability to access work site(s).

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Classroom environment may include in‑person or online modalities.

CSCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Compensation Details

Compensation: $55.88 per contact hour

Contact Hour: Two hours equals one contact hour

Hours: Maximum of 12 contact hours per week

Full Time/Part Time: Part time