Adjunct-CDL 900757

Oklahoma State University; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 1,033,200 - 1,102,080; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University - OSU-Oklahoma City invites applications for an adjunct instructor to support the Power Transmission & Distribution Technology program. CDL driver training will be part of the instructional duties, with teaching responsibilities in the associate degree track.

The role requires an associate degree (bachelor’s preferred), strong teaching and communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Must meet teaching qualifications per accrediting body and provide leadership in the program.
• Educational/coursework or experience may substitute for degree requirements where allowed.
• Valid Oklahoma Class A CDL license is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain student and course records in the learning management system.
• Maintain current course outlines, objectives and grading procedures.
• Exhibit innovative and adaptive instructional methods.
• Complete mandatory training and adhere to the Adjunct Handbook.
• Fulfill related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching Competence

Communication skills

Passion for helping customers

Ethical and professional behavior

Education

Associate degree (required)

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Campus

OSU-Oklahoma City

Contact Name & Email

Ryan Hightower, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

As assigned by supervisor.

Appointment Length

6 months or less

Hiring Range

$750.00 - $800.00 per credit hour

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

Job Summary:

This position will facilitate learning for an associate in applied science degree in the Power Transmission & Distribution Technology Program within the School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics. Instruction will include CDL driver training for students.

Minimum Qualifications:

Work Experience:

• Must have educational qualifications to teach in subject area or have documented specialty education/experience to meet tested experience requirements, as per the Higher Learning Commission’s publication on Determining Qualified Faculty, and provide leadership in an academic discipline and/or degree program.
• Programs with discipline-specific external accreditation may have more stringent training and experience requirements.

Certifications/Licensure: Valid Oklahoma Class A CDL driver’s license.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Required:

• Teaching Competence – Must be able to create lesson plans, content, presentations, ancillary materials, and assignments to effectively transform information to knowledge for students; have the ability to assess student learning and progress.
• Communication skills – Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English; requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, alumni, advisory committee members, and the public, using tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
• Computer skills – Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel), as well as e-mail and internet, and learning management systems.
• Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.

Education:

• Associate’s degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited college or university; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Other combinations of education and industry experience may be substituted for degree requirement.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Maintain student and course records with updates on the learning management system.
2. Maintain and file current course outlines, objectives and grading procedures for all courses.
3. Exhibit innovative and adaptive instructional methods.
4. Completes all mandatory training.
5. Fulfill all requirements as noted in the Adjunct Handbook.
6. Perform other related duties as assigned.

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include some evenings and weekends.
• Work will be performed in an office and classroom environment with a significant amount of public contact, in person, by telephone, via email, and various communication platforms.

Physical Requirement

• Duties require extended periods of sitting, talking, and listening.
• Duties require extensive use of computers, telephones, and other office equipment.
• Requires possible lifting of up to 25 lbs. (If an object weights more than 45 lbs., OSU-Oklahoma City requires this to be a two-person lift).

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required Qualifications

• Other Professional Degree (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

Certifications/Licensure: Valid Oklahoma Class A CDL driver’s license.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Required:

• Teaching Competence – Must be able to create lesson plans, content, presentations, ancillary materials, and assignments to effectively transform information to knowledge for students; have the ability to assess student learning and progress.
• Communication skills – Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English; requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, alumni, advisory committee members, and the public, using tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
• Computer skills – Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel), as well as e-mail and internet, and learning management systems.
• Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.