Adjunct Faculty – Mechanical Engineering

Ivy Tech Community College; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Vision care plan

Employee assistance program

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Mechanical Engineering to teach courses as scheduled, using diverse teaching methods and technology. The position requires a Master’s degree in engineering (or equivalent with 18 graduate hours in Mechanical Engineering), regional accreditation, and a passion for teaching.

It offers a flexible, semester-by-semester appointment with emphasis on inclusive instruction and student success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering or master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Mechanical Engineering.
• Degrees must be from a regional accredited institution.
• Passion for teaching engineering and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to use innovative teaching techniques and distance learning tools.
• Flexibility to work evening and weekend assignments.
• Minimum two (2) years college teaching experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses as scheduled and design curricula embracing diversity to foster talent and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Use technology to enhance instructional methods and clearly communicate expectations to students.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and attendance in accordance with college policies.
• Engage with students and colleagues professionally and cooperatively, promoting an inclusive learning environment.
• Advise students within the discipline about program, career, and transfer options and refer to support services.
• Participate in department meetings and contribute to continuous improvement of teaching practices.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Flexibility

Student engagement

Education

Master’s degree in engineering or Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty – Mechanical EngineeringLocation: IndianapolisJob Type: Part-timeClassification: Adjunct facultySalary Range: $48.67 Per Contact HourReports To: Department/Program Chair*All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial TranscriptWho 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 an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees in which every individual feels respected and valued.Instruction & Student Learning:Teaches assigned courses as scheduled. Designs curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups.Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.Distributes and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporates departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students' performance in achieving course goals and objectives.Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.Student Engagement & AdvisementCreates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and learner support.Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion.Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Master’s degree in engineering; or master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Mechanical Engineering.All educational degrees must be from a regional accredited institutionMust have passion for teaching in engineeringPossesses excellent communication skills (verbal and written)Ability to use innovative teaching techniquesFamiliarity with distance learning and willingness to use technology tools in instructionAbility to use collaborative learning techniques and student-centered methods of instructionAbility to work well with students and colleagues in a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural environmentMust be able to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend assignmentsPreferred Qualifications:Minimum two (2) years college teaching experienceMinimum two (2) years related industrial experienceMust have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction.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.* All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial TranscriptIvy 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.