Adjunct Professor - General Studies

East Central College; Orchard Park (CO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

SUNY Erie Community College seeks an adjunct faculty member in General Studies to teach department courses on a part-time basis. The position involves preparing lessons, delivering instruction, and evaluating student performance in alignment with department guidelines.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 30 credit hours of advanced study, with strong commitment to inclusive education and accurate record-keeping. Candidates should be capable of maintaining a positive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in area of specialization plus 30 credit hours of advanced study in area of specialization.
• Experience with computerized student record management and multiple teaching strategies.
• Ability to develop educational programs and teach effectively at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject;
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s);
• Prepares course syllabi and outcomes;
• Encourages student participation;
• Evaluates students’ performance based on course learning outcomes;
• Establishes and maintains an organized classroom environment;
• Is responsive to students and provides guidance;
• Contributes to an inclusive and collaborative College environment;
• Adheres to College and departmental policies.

Skills

Curriculum delivery

Student engagement

Assessment & grading

Technology in teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 30 credit hours advanced study

Job description

Department:

General Studies

Salary/Hourly

$63.33 Hourly

Union/Position Status:

FFECC Teaching PT

Posting Closing Date:

June 1, 2027

JOB DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS TO BEING A PART-TIME ADJUNCT FACULTY MEMBER

AT SUNY ERIE:

• RETIREMENT PLANS – New York State retirement, option to participate in tax shelter annuities, deferred compensation, voluntary retirement savings
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – SUNY Erie tuition waivers
• PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - Professional meetings/conferences, participation in seminar offerings, visitation of business and industry & acquisition of formal education
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANT PROGRAM (EAP) - Confidential and voluntary assistance to employees and their family members (financial concerns, legal issues, alcohol or drug problems, marital problems, emotional worries, child-care problems, etc.)

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS_:_

Adjunct faculty teach department courses on a part-time basis and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College. Adjunct faculty report to the Department Chair for their discipline. Adjunct faculty are responsible for preparing lesson plans, teaching aids, and instructional materials or activities for class. Adjunct faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES_:_

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject;
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s);
• Prepares course syllabi and outcomes;
• Encourages student participation;
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s);
• Evaluates students’ performance based on course learning outcomes;
• Establishes and maintains an organized and disciplined classroom environment;
• Is responsive to students and provides students with assistance and guidance;
• Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment;
• Adheres to all College, Department, as well as applicable County policies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES_:_

Candidates must be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment.Good knowledge of field of specialization; knowledge of or experience in implementing a variety of teaching strategies; awareness of the value of technology as a tool for teaching; experience with computerized student record management; ability to develop educational programs; ability to teach effectively at the college level; initiative and resourcefulness; industrious and dependable; ability to get along well with others; effective communication skills; experience teaching a diverse student body; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in area of specialization plus 30 credit hours of advanced study in area of specialization.

_ Our mission to offer quality education includes exposing our students to a diverse range of cultures, experiences and expertise. At SUNY Erie Community College, we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply._

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Notice of Non-Discrimination

SUNY Erie Community College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or in the administration of any of its policies and programs on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristics protected by law. This applies to all students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors). Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting the office listed below. Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.

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New York, N.Y., 10005-25010;

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