Adjunct History

Community College of Allegheny County; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Allegheny County seeks an Adjunct History faculty member to teach and develop curriculum. Candidates should possess a master's degree in history or a closely related field and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include creating course outlines, assessing student performance, and collaborating in program reviews. This part-time position adheres to adjunct employment guidelines and may vary in schedule based on class needs.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required.
• Post-secondary teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of industry-related software and systems required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop the curriculum for history courses.
• Provide students with course outlines and assess performance.
• Participate in program reviews and professional development activities.
• Collaborate in developing promotional materials for the program.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Post-secondary teaching experience

Knowledge of industry-related software

Education

Master's degree in history or related discipline

Job description

Adjunct History

Position Title: Adjunct History

Department: Academics

Campus: College Wide

Additional Information: Please note: If you are a PSERS retiree, per PSERS guidelines, employment by the College as an adjunct faculty member will result in the suspension of your retirement benefits by PSERS.

Transcripts: Applicants must electronically attach scanable unofficial transcripts when applying to this posting.

Work Hours (for hourly positions): Days and hours vary according to class schedule and the needs of the College and Department.

Salary Grade: Per Contract

Job Category: Adjunct/Faculty

Employment Type: Adjunct Part-Time

General Summary

The primary responsibilities of the faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. To meet these responsibilities, faculty must remain knowledgeable about advances in their disciplines, in learning theory, and in pedagogy. Faculty portfolios will include contributions and program development and show evidence of ongoing professional development.

Duties

1. The primary responsibilities of faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. Prepare and provide students with course outlines that support learning objectives set forth in the course syllabus. Develop and measure learning outcomes. Assess student performance and maintain grade records.
2. Create an effective learning environment through the use of a variety of instructional methods.
3. Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision.
4. Work with other program and/or discipline faculty to complete scheduled program reviews and to use the findings to revise the curriculum.
5. Participate in appropriate professional development activities to assure currency in both discipline, knowledge and instructional methods.
6. Participate in department/discipline, division, campus, and college meetings and committees.
7. Participate in college projects, surveys, studies, and reports that relate to the discipline or program.
8. Collaborate in the development of program and/or discipline promotional materials.
9. Support the college's goals.
10. Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• Master's degree in history or master's degree in closely-related discipline with at least eighteen (18) graduate credits in history.
• Applicants for teaching assignments are expected to have strong communication skills. Applicants are expected to have post‑secondary teaching experiences; work experiences in the discipline to be taught; and knowledge of industry‑related software and systems, including industry certifications, where appropriate. Degrees must be from an accredited institution.

Clearances

Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available here.

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