Adjunct Multimedia

Community College of Allegheny County; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Community College of Allegheny County is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member responsible for teaching and curriculum development in multimedia. The role requires a bachelor's degree in multimedia or a related field, with a preferred master's degree, and two years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and knowledge of industry-related software are necessary. Duties include preparing course outlines, assessing student performance, and participating in professional development activities. This is an adjunct part-time position located in the United States.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's degree in multimedia or related field; master's degree preferred.
• Two years of experience in the field.
• Knowledge and experience with gaming and multimedia software required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop curriculum.
• Prepare and provide students with course outlines.
• Assess student performance and maintain grade records.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Industry-related software knowledge

Post-secondary teaching experience

Gaming, multimedia, or computer graphics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in multimedia or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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

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.

Requirements

Must have bachelor’s degree in multimedia or related field; master’s degree preferred. Two years experience. Knowledge and experience with gaming, multimedia, and/or computer graphics software used in courses required. Industry experience preferred.

Applicants are expected to have strong communication skills; 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.

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.

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.