Adjunct Faculty - English

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana in Indianapolis is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach English on a part-time basis for the upcoming semester. Responsibilities include delivering classes, using technology to enhance learning, and maintaining accurate records in alignment with college policies.

The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in English (or related criteria) and prior teaching or tutoring experience, with a commitment to inclusive, student-centered instruction and

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English or related courses at the college level.
• Experience tutoring reading is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Utilize available technology to enhance instruction.
• Adapt lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials as needed.
• Maintain accurate student records and grades.
• Engage with students regularly to support learning and provide a positive Ivy Tech experience.
• Develop teaching strategies that engage students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Reading tutoring experience

Education

Master's in English

Master's in any field + 18 grad hours English

Bachelor's in English, Education, or related

Nine credit hours in composition/rhetoric

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty - English

Location: Indianapolis

Job Type: Part-time

Classification: Adjunct faculty

Salary Range: $48.67 Per Contact Hour Reports To: Department/Program Chair

Who We Are:

Ivy Tech is Indiana’s community college and workforce engine, delivering: high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana’s communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success.

Our Values:

• Empathy: We lead with care and connectivity, ensuring we meet our students where they are.
• Integrity: We act responsibly and ethically in the best interest of our students, employees, partners, institution, and the State.
• Agility: We move with purpose and adapt to the evolving needs of our students, employers, and the State.
• Impact: We exist to change lives through quality education.

Our work strengthens individuals, families, communities, and the future of Indiana.

About the Role:

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:

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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• English Discipline Standard A qualified faculty member in English meets the discipline standard through one of two routes: Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in English, or Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process.
• A qualified faculty member teaching ENGL 075 or 095 meets all of the following criteria: Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in English, Education, or a related discipline; and Completed a minimum of nine credit hours at the college level in composition and/or rhetoric.
• Has experience teaching or tutoring reading.
• Previous teaching experience is required. College-level teaching experience preferred.

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

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 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 is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees.

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.

Corporate Culture:

At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full‑fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace