Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy

Sowela Technical Community College; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Medical insurance options

Generous leave benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Louisiana seeks part-time Adjunct Faculty for Philosophy. Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses, which may occur evenings or online, and supporting college policies and mission. A Master's degree in philosophy or relevant discipline is essential, with prior college-level teaching experience preferred. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plans and medical insurance options, making it an appealing opportunity for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in philosophy or equivalent educational background.
• Previous college-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned, potentially in evenings, weekends, and online.
• Support institution's mission and vision through teaching.
• Maintain currency in teaching discipline.
• Report to the academic program manager and/or department chair.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Education

Master's degree in philosophy

Master's degree in any discipline with 18 graduate semester hours in philosophy

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy Job no: 495365
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Work Type: Faculty - Part Time
Locations: Baton Rouge, LA
Categories: Liberal Arts

College: BRCC

Department: Academic & Student Affairs

Sub department: Liberal Arts

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Adjunct

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) seeks to fill the position of Online Instructor - Philosophy is located in the Division of Liberal Arts. This is a part-time position, and is open for recruitment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Adjunct Faculty members are responsible for teaching courses as assigned. Adjunct Faculty may teach in the evening, weekends, online and dual enrollment courses as needed. Faculty are expected to support the institution's mission and vision and abide by the Faculty Handbook and college-wide policies. Adjunct Faculty are expected to maintain currency in their teaching discipline. Adjunct Faculty report directly to the academic program manager and/or department chair within their respective departments and divisions.

Required Education

Master's degree in philosophy or master's degree in any discipline with 18 graduate semester hours in philosophy.

Preferred Experience

Previous College-Level Teaching Experience.

Benefits

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, BRCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. BRCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.