Adjunct Faculty: Geography

Recent Jobs; Abbeville (LA); On-site; USD 2,400 - 2,500; Part time

Job summary

Recent Jobs is seeking an adjunct Geography lecturer in Louisiana campus locations. The position involves delivering coursework in Geography, aligning with syllabi, and guiding students through assignments and assessments.

The role requires a Master’s in Geography (or equivalent with 18 graduate hours in Geography); PhD in Geography is preferred. Experience teaching Geography at the community college level is valued, and the role includes participation in departmental activities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Geography.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in Geography.
• Teach assigned classes with approved syllabi and materials.
• Evaluate student progress according to institutional criteria.
• Prepare course materials, outlines, and catalog content as needed.
• Participate in in-service activities.
• Provide academic and career guidance to students.
• Maintain professional competencies and update teaching skills.
• Teach a diverse student body in age, ethnicity, and academic levels.
• Fulfill standard faculty duties including curriculum development and office hours.

Skills

Geography expertise

Oral & written communication

Education

Master's degree in Geography

Master's with 18 grad hours in Geography

PhD in Geography

PhD with 18 grad hours in Geography

Job description

College:SLCC

Department:Academic & Student Affairs

Sub department:Liberal Arts

Campus Location: All Campuses

Type of Appointment:Unclassified - Adjunct

Salary:$2,400 - $2,500 per three credit course (determined by highest degree earned)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.
• Teach assigned classes in keeping with approved syllabi, outlines, and instructional materials.
• Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material.
• Participate in scheduled in-service activities.
• Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.
• Continue as competent instructor in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and updating professional competencies.
• Ability to teach a student body diverse in age, ethnicity, and academic skills

Standard duties expected of all faculties include development and evaluation of curricula, maintaining scheduled office hours, attending department and division meetings, pursuing professional growth activities, and performing other duties consistent with the role of an instructor.

Required Education:

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Geography or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Geography.

Required Experience:

• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area is required.
• Demonstrate excellent oral & written communication skills.

Preferred Education:

• Ph.D. in Geography or Ph.D. with 18 graduate semester hours in Geography.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience teaching Geography courses at the Community College level.
• Experience and demonstrated success in teaching Geography.
• Experience with classroom technology.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.

Advertised: 01 Jun 2021

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