Adjunct Faculty - English

ivytech; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision care plan

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings contributions

Fee remission for employees and depend

Spouse/dependent fee remission

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College – South Bend invites qualified applicants for Adjunct Faculty in English to support student success. You will deliver assigned classes, use technology to enrich learning, and assess student work within the college’s syllabi and objectives.

The role emphasizes active teaching strategies, student engagement, and timely documentation of performance, with responsibilities conducted in a respectful, diverse learning environment.

Qualifications

• Earned master's or higher degree in English, or
• Master's degree in any field with 18 graduate credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process.
• Strong knowledge of current instructional technologies and diversity appreciation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned classes per college policy and course objectives.
• Utilize technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develop/maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials; maintain student records and grades.
• Engage with students to promote active, productive learning and a positive Ivy Tech experience.
• Monitor and document student performance; provide interventions and tutoring where needed.
• Interact with students and colleagues professionally; comply with policies and FERPA.
• Ensure knowledge and implementation of emergency and safety procedures in classrooms and labs.

Skills

Teaching

Technology in instruction

Student engagement

Education

Master's degree in English or related field

18 graduate credit hours in English/linguistics/writing process

Job description

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.

Location: Ivy Tech Community College - South Bend

Department: Arts, Science, & Education

Employment Type: Part Time

Compensation: $47.35/ Per Contract Hour

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).
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• 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.

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.

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.