Adjunct Faculty - Division of Arts & Sciences

Trocaire College; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Trocaire College is seeking part-time adjunct faculty for various disciplines within the Division of Arts and Sciences. Responsibilities include teaching seated or online courses, developing course materials, and providing student support. Applicants should have a Master's degree and relevant teaching experience, while committing to the college's Mercy mission and fostering inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• At least three years' professional and/or teaching experience in related field.
• Commitment to inclusive learning environments.
• Preferred experience with online teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course according to college-defined learning objectives.
• Develop course content and assignments.
• Maintain an inclusive class environment.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Master's degree or above in related discipline

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Trocaire College offers a variety of part-time adjunct faculty opportunities in the Division of Arts and Sciences. We seek individuals who can appreciate and contribute to the college's Mercy mission. Course assignments include seated or online courses in a discipline of expertise.

Currently Seeking Applicants in the following disciplines:

• Biology
• English
• Mathematics
• Philosophy
• Psychology
• Sociology

This is a pooled posting, and positions are filled on an as needed basis.

Primary Functions:

• Teach assigned course in accordance with College defined learning objectives and specified textbook
• Develop course content, assignments and learning activities that permit measurement of student performance relative to standardized learning objectives
• Maintain and contribute to an inclusive and collaborative class environment
• Employ college learning management system (LMS) and adhere to good instructional practices (examples include: published syllabi, office hours, regular reporting of grades)
• Submit attendance and Midterm/Final Grades into the student information system (CAMS) at required time frames
• Provide timely response and support to guide student learning and success throughout the semester via phone, email and/or the Trocaire College LMS
• Track and report student outcome assessments as assigned
• Cultivate a desire to build relationships, find solutions to problems and engage students in a way that promotes accountability for their learning

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree or above in related discipline
• At least three years' professional and/or teaching experience in related field
• Strong inter-personal, time management and written communication skills
• Commitment to the Mercy mission of an opportunity college and a desire to support diverse, inclusive learning environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience at post-secondary level
• Online teaching and/or learning experience
• Demonstrated success in appropriate computer programs and current technology, experience with Learning Management Systems (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, ect.) highly preferred

Position Specifications and Working Conditions:

The physical demands and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands with fingers to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.