Adjunct Faculty - Agriculture

ivytech; Lafayette (IN); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 56.000; A tiempo parcial

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Health & Wellness

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Educational Benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Ivy Tech Community College in Indiana is seeking adjunct faculty instructors to teach Agricultural and related courses on a temporary, per-semester basis. Responsibilities include creating a learning environment, employing Canvas and other tools, following syllabi, and assessing student progress.

Qualified candidates have a bachelor’s in a relevant field or an associate degree with two years of related experience, or an Indiana Workplace Specialist License.

Formación

• Degree in Agricultural/biological fields or related discipline as listed in the posting.
• Indiana Workplace Specialist License or equivalent credentials as required.
• Experience or education meeting program requirements for the course objectives.

Responsabilidades

• Teach assigned classes using provided syllabi and course materials.
• Create learning environments and assess student progress.
• Maintain attendance and grading records per college policy.
• Utilize Canvas, PowerPoint and related tech for instruction.

Educación

Bachelors in Ag Science

Workplace Specialist License (Indiana)

Associate degree + 2 yrs related exp

Descripción del empleo

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty instructor will be 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 by the School.
This position and the posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as Adjunct Instructors. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position or if the candidate does not meet minimum requirements.

PROGRAM OPERATION: Performs all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provides syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements. Maintains student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook. Submits requested information within established timelines. STUDENTS: Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions and/or provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues. INSTRUCTION: Meets all scheduled classes of contracted course(s). Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate. In the event of an emergency absence, notifies program/department chair.

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction and faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction.
A qualified faculty member in Agriculture meets theSchool of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Sciencecriteria:

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in the fields of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Agriculture Education, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Systems Management, Agronomy, Animal Science, Botany, Horticulture, or Plant Science; or
• Possesses a current Workplace Specialist License granted by the Indiana Department of Education appropriate to course objectives and directly linked to credentials, certifications, and competencies listed in the Course Outline of Record (COR), or
• Possesses an earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institutiondirectly relatedto the program’sdiscipline andhas two years ofdirectly relatedwork experience.

Other Requirements:

Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.
Copies of transcripts may be required at time of interview. Original hard copies of transcripts will be required at time of hire.

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.

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 Title IX 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 Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.