Adjunct Faculty - Spanish

ivytech; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision care plan

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan

Fee remission for employees and depend

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in East Chicago, Indiana invites applications for adjunct faculty in Spanish. This part-time, in-person position teaches Span 101/102/201/202 per the provided syllabi, uses Blackboard and PowerPoint, and requires a master’s degree in Spanish or related credentials.

Employment contingent on official transcripts and department approval. The role includes creating syllabi, maintaining records, and supporting student learning with flexibility for after-hours help.

Qualifications

• Earned master's or higher in Spanish language or literature from a regionally accredited institution.
• Alternatively, master's with 18 graduate hours in Spanish language or literature.
• Native Spanish speaker with a master's and teaching experience in Spanish or related area.

Responsibilities

• Create a learning environment that helps students reach their goals.
• Provide instruction and assessment within the course syllabi provided by the Division.
• Teach assigned classes, maintain attendance and grading records per College policy.
• Use technology such as Blackboard and PowerPoint; be available to students outside class time.
• Meet scheduled classes and follow safety and diversity requirements.

Education

Master’s in Spanish

Master’s + 18 grad hours in Spanish

Native Spanish speaker with Master’s & teaching exp

Job description

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be 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 by the Division.

Pay: $47.35 per contact hour

Reports to: Chair of the Department

*This is an in person position*

Position is contingent on providing official transcripts

PROGRAM OPERATION:

Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook. Submits requested information within established timelines.

STUDENTS:

Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.

INSTRUCTION:

Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s). Use technology such as Blackboard, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate. In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair. Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views. Promote same as an integral part of one's work.

The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction.

SPAN 101, 102, 201 AND 202 Course Standard:

• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in Spanish language or Spanish literature; or
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in any discipline with 18 graduate hours in Spanish language or Spanish literature; or
• Is a native speaker of Spanish with a master’s degree and the equivalent of two years secondary or post-secondary teaching experience in Spanish or a related area (e.g. linguistics or another language).

Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the College students and employees. Fully supports the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives.

Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

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.

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee 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.