Adjunct - Software Development

ivytech; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Retirement Benefits

Educational Benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Lafayette, IN is seeking adjunct faculty in Software Development to teach assigned courses each semester. You will prepare syllabi, deliver instruction, track attendance and grades, and provide support to students outside class time.

You will follow the program's approved syllabi and collaborate with the program coordinator and department chair as needed. This is a pool-based, part-time role open for future needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in software development or related field as appropriate to the program.
• Master’s degree with 18 semester hours or equivalent in software development or related field.
• Master’s degree with documentation in two or more of: certification, 2+ years in-field, teaching excellence, research/publication, or additional coursework.
• Bachelor’s degree in software development or related field with one or more of: professional certification, 2+ years in IT, research/publication, or additional coursework.

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Prepare syllabus appropriate to course(s) taught.
• Maintain attendance and grading records per policy.
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time.
• Use Canvas and PowerPoint as appropriate.
• Notify department chair in emergencies.

Skills

Teaching

Student support

Communication

Course management

Education

Master’s degree or higher in software development or related field

Master’s degree with 18 semester hours in software area

Master’s with two+ of: certs, 2+ years in-field, teaching excellence, research/publication

Bachelor’s degree in software development or related field

Tools

Canvas

PowerPoint

Job description

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School. This position and the posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as Adjunct Instructors. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position or if the candidate does not meet minimum requirements.

PROGRAM OPERATION: Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook. Submits requested information within established timelines. STUDENTS: Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues. INSTRUCTION: Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s). Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate. In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair.

A qualified faculty member in Software Development (SDEV) meets the program standard through one offive routes:

• Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution, in software development, computer information systems, management information systems, information technology, computer science or a computer-related field as appropriate to the program; or
• Possesses an earned related or out-of field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documented 18 semester hours or equivalent of courses beyond the introductory principle(s) level in software development, computer information systems, management information systems, information technology, computer science or a computer-related field as appropriate to the program; or
• Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the following:
  • Professional certification (national, regional or state)
  • Two years of in-field professional employment
  • Documented evidence of teaching excellence, including date of award
  • Documentation of research and publication in the field
  • Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military; or
• Possesses an earned bachelor’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in software development, computer information systems, management information systems, information technology, computer science or a computer-related field as appropriate to the program, with documentation in one or more of the following:
  • Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the information technology field
  • Two years of professional employment in the information technology field
  • Documentation of research and publication in the field
  • Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military.
• For only SDEV 120 - Computing Logic, SDEV 140 Intro to Software Development, or SDEV 153 Web Site Development,

Possesses an earned out-of-field bachelor’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the following:

• Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in the information technology field
• Four years of employment in the information technology field
• Documentation of research and publication in the field
• Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.