Adjunct Faculty Pool - Theatre (THEA)

SFCC Santa Fe Community College; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

SFCC Santa Fe Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for instructional, temporary, and part-time assignments. Candidates should have either an MA/MS in Theatre or a Master's with at least 18 graduate credits in Theatre. Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses, evaluating student performance, and preparing course syllabi.

This role offers a weekly scheduled commitment of 2.25 hours and is vital for ensuring quality educational experiences for students.

Qualifications

• Relevant doctoral or equivalent terminal degree to teach at the upper-division and graduate level.
• Master’s degree for lower-division courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective instruction to meet educational needs and ensure learning objectives are achieved.
• Teach assigned courses and meet all classes regularly and on time.
• Evaluate student performance and assign grades.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online and blended course delivery

Education

MA/MS in Theatre or Master's with 18 graduate credits in Theatre

Job description

Compensation & Employment

Compensation: Based on Adjunct Pay Schedule. Type: Salary. Employment Type: Adjunct/Part Time Faculty (Fixed Term). Scheduled Weekly Hours: 2.25. Grade: Department:

Position Summary

An adjunct instructor is appointed on a term contract for instructional, temporary and part-time assignments. They are not assigned to other responsibilities such as professional service or college service and do not have a right to reappointment. Persons appointed at this rank will vary in minimal academic qualifications but generally shall have a relevant doctoral or equivalent terminal degree to teach at the upper‑division and graduate level, and a master’s degree for lower‑division courses. All degrees shall be from accredited institutions or internationally reputable and recognized institutions. Exceptions may be made by the Provost upon presentation of evidence of a record of experience or other credentials indicating academic degree equivalence. Adjunct Faculty members can only serve as Faculty Senators if they teach during the current semester or have taught within the last fiscal year.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide the most effective instruction possible in one’s discipline to ensure that the educational needs of students are met and that students achieve specified learning objectives.
• Teach assigned courses, whether on campus or off campus, day or evening, following the official syllabi and using approved textbooks and other learning materials.
• Meet all classes regularly and on time, as scheduled, and for their full duration.
• Teach the learning objectives and outcomes for assigned courses.
• Evaluate student performance (attainment of learning objectives) and assign grades.
• Arrange appointments with students as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of course syllabi; engage in curriculum development by revising and updating existing courses and programs and creating new courses and programs.
• Arrange with the department chair or associate dean for covering classes when scheduling an absence.
• Meet all deadlines in submitting grades, assessments, or other required information on students.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.
• Attend faculty meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• MA/MS in Theatre or any Master’s Degree with 18 graduate credits in Theatre.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of teaching at the college level.
• Teaching experience in a community college setting.
• Online and blended course delivery skills.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Approximate percentages of other activities: Standing 40%, Walking 20%, Sitting 40%, Driving 0%.

EEO Statement

As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition, or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

ADA Statement

The SFCC is an EOE and affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), SFCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes.