Adjunct Instructor - Philosophy

Iowa Valley Community College District; Iowa; On-site; USD 930,000 - 1,137,000; Part time

Job summary

Iowa Valley Community College District seeks an Adjunct Instructor – Philosophy to join the Faculty department. The role reports to the Dean of Arts and Sciences and is exempt in status, with courses PHI 101, PHI 105, and REL 101.

The position focuses on creating an inclusive classroom, maintaining records, assessing progress, and fostering a welcoming campus environment. The candidate must meet the district's education and experience requirements, including a master’s degree in the discipline

Qualifications

• Must have strong human relations and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports student learning and success.
• Maintains accurate student records.
• Assesses student progress and development.
• Promotes cultural understanding and a welcoming campus atmosphere.
• Assists with student recruitment and retention efforts.
• Maintains professional relationships with students and colleagues.

Skills

Strong human relations and

Education

Master's degree in discipline

Master's + 12 grad credits in related fields

6000 hours occupational experience

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor – Philosophy

Department

Faculty

Reports To

Dean of Arts and Sciences

Job Classification

Exempt

Potential Courses

• PHI 101 – Introduction to Philosophy
• PHI 105 – Introduction to Ethics
• REL 101 – Survey of World Religions

Summary

Establishes a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports student learning and success. Maintains accurate student records. Assesses student progress and development. Promotes cultural understanding and contributes to a welcoming campus atmosphere. Assists with student recruitment and retention efforts. Maintains professional relationships with students and colleagues.

Education and Experience

Must meet minimum experience and education requirements established by Iowa Valley Community College District. Must be approved to teach in the assigned area as defined by the Iowa Department of Education and the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Arts and sciences instructors must possess a master’s degree in the discipline or a master’s degree in any field plus 12 graduate credit hours in a combination of qualifying fields related to the discipline. Vocational-technical instructors who do not possess teacher education credentials, teaching experience, or applicable degrees must demonstrate at least 6,000 hours of recent, practical occupational experience. Candidates must also have the necessary education, training, and/or work experience to demonstrate expertise in the field to be taught. Prior teaching experience, preferably at the postsecondary level, is preferred.

Abilities

Must have strong human relations and communications skills.

Base Wage

$750 per credit hour

Benefit Information

This position does not include benefits.

Note

Must reside within the state of Iowa and be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Iowa Valley Community College District does not discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, actual or potential family, parental or marital status, or other protected classes. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the District Equity Coordinator, 3702 S. Center Street, Marshalltown, IA 50158, 641-844-5523, [e-mail].