Adjunct Faculty - Agriculture

ivytech; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Vision plan

Employee Assistance Program

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Educational Benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Indiana is seeking Adjunct Faculty to deliver courses and support student learning within established syllabi and objectives. The role emphasizes effective instruction, use of technology, and accurate record-keeping, with a focus on FERPA compliance and classroom safety.

The position is part-time, per-semester, with starting pay of $45 per contact hour. Benefits such as health, retirement, and education perks are noted for adjunct staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, or MBA from a regionally accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Develop/maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engage with students to promote active learning and positive experiences.
• Ensure knowledge of and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms and labs.

Education

Master's degree or higher in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, or MBA

Job description

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.
• Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.

All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards. Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction. Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Qualifications

A qualified faculty member in Agriculture meets the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science criteria:
AGRI 110 Course Standard

A qualified faculty member teaching Introduction to Agricultural Business and Economics possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in Agricultural Economics, or Agriculture Education or a Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Salary

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $45/contact hour

Classification

CLASSIFICATION: Adjunct faculty

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits
• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on IvyBenefits, visit

https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to TitleIX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Benefits

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

• Health & Wellness
• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits
• All employees can contribute pre‑tax or post‑tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits .

IvyTech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by TitleIXof the Education Amendments of 1972, IvyTechCommunityCollegedoesnotdiscriminateonthebasisofsexofwhich…