Adjunct Faculty- APHY/Biology

Ivy Tech; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 51,654 - 73,569; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision plan

Employee assistance program

Retirement plan

Fee remission for employees

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Fort Wayne, Indiana seeks adjunct faculty to teach for 8- or 16-week contracts. Pay is $45.45 per contact hour with a focus on creating effective learning environments and assessment within provided syllabi.

Core duties include delivering classes, leveraging technology, adjusting lesson plans, and maintaining records. Commitment to inclusive practices and safe online learning is required.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction.
• Candidate must meet both Anatomy and Physiology and Biology discipline standards.
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in a biological science, OR 18 graduate semester hours in biology-related courses if degree is in another field.
• Implement inclusive practices that reflect the diverse backgrounds of students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Use available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Supplement and alter lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials as needed.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engage with students proactively in meaningful and productive ways.

Skills

Technology proficiency

Inclusive practices

Education

Master’s in biology

18 graduate hours in biology

Job description

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as‑needed basis and can teach for 8 or 16 week contracts. They are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided. Pay: $45.45/contact hour.

Major Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Make optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Supplement and alter, where appropriate, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engage with students proactively and regularly in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and lead to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College.
• Demonstrate evidence of developing and implementing teaching strategies focused on engaging online students with their learning.
• Interact with students and co‑workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complying with College policies, guidelines and expectations.
• Maintain a safe, quality online educational environment.
• Promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees, ensuring that every individual feels respected and valued.
• Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Candidate must meet both Anatomy and Physiology and Biology discipline standards.
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in a biological science, OR 18 graduate semester hours in biology‑related courses if degree is in another field.
• Implement inclusive practices that reflect the diverse backgrounds of students and staff.

Other Requirements

• Official transcript required at time of hire.
• Any offer of employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check.

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 – 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.

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 TitleIX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.