Adjunct – Criminal Justice/CSCC Police Academy

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 63,645 - 90,646; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a part-time Adjunct – Criminal Justice instructor in Columbus, Ohio. The role emphasizes quality instruction while fostering a positive learning environment. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, and engage students effectively.

Responsibilities include teaching a variety of courses, maintaining records, and fostering respect among students and staff. Compensation is $56.88 per contact hour, with a maximum of 12 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy BAS Unit Instructor certificate required.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License required or ability to gain access to work sites.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and oversee curriculum.
• Engage students and support their academic needs.
• Maintain attendance and communicate progress.
• Create a positive classroom atmosphere for learning.
• Conduct classes punctually and according to schedule.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Teaching effectiveness

Technology use

Job description

The Adjunct – Criminal Justice/CSCC Police Academy position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with major emphasis placed on teaching, supporting, and evaluating students. The Adjunct role provides instruction and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair or other leadership members. The incumbent must exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people with complicated material.

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 in order to design and 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 timely 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. Teaches a variety of criminal justice topics related to the Police Academy Program.

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. Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College.
• Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom. Refers 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

• Must have a current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy BAS Unit Instructor certificate.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).

** An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework, and experience may qualify a candidate.

Compensation Details

• Compensation: $56.88 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