Adjunct Faculty, Human Services

Ivy Tech Community College; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Vision care

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings

Fee remission for employees

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Muncie, Indiana is seeking adjunct faculty to deliver courses in the Human Services program. This part-time, as-needed role requires meeting course objectives, using technology to enhance instruction, and maintaining accurate records.

Faculty will engage students and promote inclusive, respectful learning environments. Responsibilities include adapting lesson plans, ensuring FERPA compliance, and participating in standard university policies while contributing to

Qualifications

• Earned master’s or higher degree in a human services field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program.
• Has one of: professional certification/licensure in the field; or two years of post-master degree related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Utilize technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades and requirements.
• Engage with students to promote positive learning experiences at Ivy Tech.
• Demonstrate teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning.
• Interact professionally with students and colleagues per College policies.

Skills

Student engagement

Technology in instruction

Professional communication

Education

Master's degree in Human Services

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.

This position will be solely located in Muncie.

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 an 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.

Human Services Program Standard

A qualified faculty member in human services meets all three of the following criteria:

• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in a human services field, and
• Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program; and
• Has one of the following:
  • Professional certification or licensure in the field; or
  • Two years of directly postmaster degree related work experience.

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.