Adjunct Faculty/ Part-Time Instructor, Visual Communications Web Design and Social Media

ivytech; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in South Bend, IN seeks adjunct faculty to teach assigned classes, deliver instruction, and assess learners within established syllabi.

You will use current technologies, develop syllabi and materials, maintain records, engage students with active teaching, and comply with FERPA and campus policies; emphasis on diversity and safety.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
• Faculty credentials as outlined in ASOM 7.1 for the area of instruction.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Develop/maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials; maintain accurate student records and grades.
• Engage with students in meaningful and productive ways to enhance learning with active classroom teaching strategies.
• Use available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Comply with College policies, campus guidelines and FERPA; interact professionally with students and colleagues.
• Ensure knowledge of and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms and labs.

Skills

Technology use

Student engagement

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

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.

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).
• 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.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the 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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A qualified faculty member in visual communications meets all of the following criteria:

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution
• Has a portfolio that demonstrates significant involvement as a practicing artist, graphic designer, web designer, photographer, videographer, or animator
• Has one of the following:
  • Professional certification in the field; or
  • Five years of industry related work experience, or
  • Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $45.50/contact hour

Official Transcripts are required at the time of hire sent directly from the issuing institution to the Office of Human Resources.

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.