Adjunct Faculty - Communication

ivytech; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 4,133,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Retirement Benefits

Educational Benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking adjunct faculty on a part-time, course-by-course basis to create a learning environment that helps students reach their goals and to deliver instruction within the framework of common syllabi.

Responsibilities include teaching assigned classes, developing course syllabi, maintaining attendance and grading records, using Canvas and PowerPoint, and ensuring accessibility for diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• Teaches and facilitates student learning in assigned classes.
• Provides syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught and follows syllabus requirements.
• Maintains attendance and grading records per College policy.
• Submits information within established timelines.

Responsibilities

• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions or provide assistance.
• Deal with student concerns and consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.
• Meets all scheduled classes of contracted course(s).
• Uses technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate.
• Notifies program/department chair in emergencies.
• Promotes diversity and inclusion in all activities.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Assessment

Student support

Education

Master's degree in Speech or Communication

18 graduate credit hours in Speech or Communication

Job description

About the Role:
Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member 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.

Major Responsibilities:

PROGRAM OPERATION:

• Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements.
• Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook.
• Submit requested information within established timelines.

STUDENTS:

• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions or provide assistance.
• Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.

INSTRUCTION:

• Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s).
• Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate.
• In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair.
• Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views.
• Promote same as an integral part of one's work.

Requirements:

A qualified faculty member meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:

• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree in speech or communication, from a regionally accredited institution; or
• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in speech or communication, from a regionally accredited institution.

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.

Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.

*All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial Transcript*

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.