Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy

HFC C; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 4,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

HFC C invites applications for an adjunct instructor in Philosophy to cover Western tradition topics, including appearance vs reality, mind/body, free will, morality, God, and political power. Teach on campus, engage students, and assess learning.

Candidate must hold a Master’s in Philosophy (18 graduate hours required; Master’s preferred) and have at least three years of college teaching experience. On-campus duties and scholarly conduct expected.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in philosophy is required; 18 graduate hours in philosophy required; more preferred.
• Ability to teach on campus.
• At least three years of experience teaching at college level.
• Relevant college-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Uphold scholarly and ethical standards of the discipline.
• Participate in professional development to improve teaching strategies.
• Foster honest academic conduct and fair evaluations.
• Respect students and maintain a professional classroom environment.
• Be prepared with course materials and deliver lectures as scheduled.
• Teach according to Course Master and policies.
• Offer student consultations and guidance to support learning.
• Meet all classes and final exams as scheduled.
• Develop and distribute an effective syllabus and adhere to it.
• Inform students about College support services as appropriate.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings.
• Handle student and staff interactions professionally.
• Notify Associate Dean promptly if class sessions cannot be met.
• Conduct, analyze and report assessment of student learning.

Skills

On-campus teaching

Education

Master's Degree in Philosophy

18 graduate hours in philosophy

Job description

Adjunct instructor capable of teaching a philosophy course that introduces the perennial problems that have occupied philosophers primarily in the Western tradition, including appearance vs. reality, the mind/body problem, free will vs. determinism, and the nature of morality, the existence of God, and the justification of political power. The instructor should be able to provide students with knowledge of the major questions and problems that have arisen in the discipline of philosophy, and various attempts to answer these questions and solve these problems, and to cultivate an ability to evaluate the various arguments given by influential philosophers concerning these questions and problems.

• Master's Degree with 18 graduate hours in philosophy required. A master's degree in philosophy is preferred.

• Ability to teach on campus.

• At least three (3) years of experience required.

• Relevant college level teaching experience.

• Uphold the best scholarly and ethical standards of his or her discipline.

• Make a reasonable effort to participate in professional development activities in order to identify and implement effective teaching strategies that foster student learning.

• Make a reasonable effort to foster honest academic conduct and ensure that his or her evaluations of students reflect each student's performance.

• Demonstrate respect for students as individuals and foster a respectful atmosphere in the classroom or an online environment.

• Treat all students with respect and fairness without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, weight, height, marital status, protected disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief or any other status protected by law.

• Demonstrate mastery of course material, come to class prepared to teach the days lesson (including preparing all handouts, exams or other materials before the start of class), and present the material conscientiously.

• Teach course(s) in accordance with the description in the Course Master and in accordance with Department and/or standardized course policies. It is recognized that the methods, procedures, and interpretations of various instructors may differ.

• Make himself or herself available for student consultations and provide guidance yo students to promote student learning and success.

• Meet all scheduled classes and final examinations as scheduled.

• Grade and return written work to students in a timely manner. Maintain appropriate records of students' attendance, intermediate, and final grades; submit required reports to the appropriate office by the scheduled deadlines.

• Develop and distribute an effective course syllabus, following the guidelines of the College policies and incorporating required elements of the course master; adhere to the written syllabus throughout the semester, within reasonable limits; participates in the College course evaluation process.

• Be informed of the College support services for students and recommend their use, when advisable.

• Make every reasonable effort to attend scheduled staff meetings.

• Behave appropriately in dealing with students and staff so as to maintain a scholarly and professional atmosphere.

• Notify the Associate Dean as soon as possible if you are unable to meet scheduled class session; schedule personal vacations to coincide with the College.

• Responsible for performing, analyzing and reporting assessment of student learning.