Adjunct Faculty - Human Services

Ivy Tech Community College; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Vision care plan

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement savings plan

Educational benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Lafayette, Indiana invites applications for Adjunct Faculty positions. These are temporary, part-time openings recruited each semester to maintain a pool of qualified candidates for future courses.

Adjunct instructors provide instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi, using technologies such as Canvas, PowerPoint, and other tools, and are available to assist students outside scheduled class time.

Qualifications

• Earned master's or higher degree in a human services field.
• Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program as described in ASOM 7.1.
• Professional certification or licensure in the field, or two years of directly post-master degree related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate learning in assigned classes following syllabus content and requirements.
• Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students.
• Maintain student attendance and grading records per college policy.
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions and assist.

Education

Master's degree in Human Services

Job description

Job Description SummaryAdjunct 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. This position and the posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as Adjunct Instructors. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position or if the candidate does not meet minimum requirements.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. Submits requested information within established timelines. STUDENTS: Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/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.Education, Experience And Other RequirementsMust have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction.A qualified faculty member in human services meets all three of the following criteria:1. Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, in a human services field, and2. Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program, and3. Has one of the following:a) Professional certification or licensure in the field; orb) Two years of directly post master degree related work experience.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.Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:Health & WellnessAccess to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lensesEmployee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resourcesFinancial & Retirement BenefitsAll employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savingsEducational BenefitsFee 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.