Adjunct - Humanities (Philosophy, History & Religious Studies)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 61,380 - 89,280; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Adjunct to provide quality instruction and to maintain a supportive learning environment. This part-time role emphasizes teaching effectiveness and requires a Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the appropriate discipline.

Candidates should exhibit strong organizational and multitasking skills to engage diverse groups of students. Compensation is $55.88 per contact hour, with a maximum of 12 contact hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and evaluating students in a classroom setting.
• Ability to design inclusive curricula and support diverse learners.
• Strong communication skills for student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses as per schedule with a focus on inclusivity.
• Maintain accurate attendance and grading records.
• Create a positive learning environment through active student engagement.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Diversity and inclusion

Technology usage

Education

Master's degree in relevant discipline

18 graduate hours in discipline

Job description

The Adjunct position provides quality instruction and maintains apositive 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.

Instruction & Student Learning

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled. Designs curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups.
• 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 timely, 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

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in the appropriate discipline or closely related field.
• At least 18 graduate hours specifically in the discipline.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).

Preferred Qualifications

• This position will teach in-person classes.

Compensation Details

Compensation: $55.88 per contact hour
Contact Hour: Two hours equals one contact hour
Hours: Maximum of 12 contact hours per week
Full Time/Part Time: Part time