Adjunct - Education

Columbus State Community College; United States; On-site; USD 63,508 - 90,451; Part time

Job summary

Columbus State Community College is seeking an Adjunct – Education (Department of Psychology & Education) to provide quality instruction and support for students. The ideal candidate will maintain a positive classroom environment, monitor student performance using technology, and engage with students effectively.

Applicants must possess a Master's degree in Education or related fields. This part-time role offers compensation of $55.88 per contact hour, with a maximum of 12 contact hours per week.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a respectful and inclusive environment.
• Experience in engaging and advising students.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Engage students using appropriate teaching technology.
• Maintain accurate records and attend department meetings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Student engagement

Use of technology

Education

Master’s degree in relevant fields

Job description

Adjunct – Education (Department of Psychology & Education)

Job Description: The Adjunct – Education (Department of Psychology & Education) 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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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 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.
• 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

• Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Psychology, Special Education, Education Administration, Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), Science Education, Mathematics Education, or Learning Design and Educational Technology.

Additional Information

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

Working Conditions

• Typical office and classroom environment.
• Regular exposure to moderate noise typical to business offices.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Columbus State Community College is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits or privileges of employment, please contact our ADA Office at [e-mail].

Background and Drug Screening Requirement

• Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check and/or MVR check as well as a 10‑panel drug screen required during the pre‑employment process (required for most positions).