Adjunct - Geography

Columbus State Community College

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 62,508 - 89,027

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Columbus State Community College is looking for a part-time Adjunct – Geography to deliver quality instruction in a supportive learning environment. This role involves designing engaging learning activities, maintaining accurate records, and fostering an inclusive classroom culture.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Geography and will receive compensation of $55.88 per contact hour, with a maximum of 12 contact hours per week. A State Motor Vehicle Operator's License is required.

Responsibilities

Provide quality instruction and maintain a positive learning environment.
Design and support appropriate learning activities for students.
Utilize technology effectively for course objectives.
Maintain accurate records and timely submission of grades.
Create a positive classroom atmosphere for collaborative learning.

Education

Master's degree in Geography or related discipline

Job description

Job Description

The Adjunct – Geography position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with major emphasis placed on teaching, supporting, and evaluating students. The Adjunct role provides instruction and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair or other leadership members. The incumbent must exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people with complicated material.

Essential Job Functions

Instruction & Student Learning

Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities. Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades in a timely manner, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
Distributes and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements. Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.

Student Engagement & Advisement

Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
Uses technology to assist in communication with students.
Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.

Culture of Respect