Adjunct Faculty - Agriculture

Ivy Tech Community College; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Vision plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College Terre Haute Campus is seeking Part Time Adjunct Faculty in Agriculture to teach on campus, face-to-face, in a classroom setting. Adjunct faculty will create engaging learning environments and use contemporary methods to support student success.

Responsibilities include developing course materials, maintaining records, and delivering instruction aligned with program objectives while complying with FERPA and college policies.

Qualifications

• Requires earned bachelor’s degree or higher in Agriculture-related fields or related credentials linked to COR.
• An associate or higher degree with two years related work experience is also acceptable.
• Must meet ASOM 7.1 credentials for the designated area of instruction.

Responsibilities

• Delivers assigned Agriculture classes on campus following College policy and course objectives.
• Develops and updates course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintains accurate student records and grades; tracks progress per FERPA and college policies.
• Engages students with active teaching strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
• Adheres to campus policies, safety procedures, and professional standards in all activities.
• Demonstrates inclusive teaching practices and supports a diverse learner population.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Student assessment

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Agriculture-related field

Associate degree with 2+ years related experience

Workplace Specialist License (Indiana DOE)

Job description

Ivy Tech Community College - Terre Haute Campus - is recruiting for Part Time Faculty (referred to as Adjunct Faculty) to teach Agriculture classes on Campus, face-to-face, in a classroom setting.A qualified faculty member in Agriculture meets the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science criteria: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; orPossesses 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), orPossesses an earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution directly related to the program’s discipline and has two years of directly related work experience.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.MAJOR 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.This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. 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.A qualified faculty member in Agriculture meets the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science criteria: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; orPossesses 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), orPossesses an earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution directly related to the program’s discipline and has two years of directly related work experience.Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:Health & WellnessAccess to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lensesEmployee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resourcesFinancial & Retirement BenefitsAll employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savingsEducational BenefitsFee 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.