Arts and Letters Division Adjunct Instructor

Delta College; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Delta College invites applications for an Arts and Letters Division Adjunct Instructor. The position involves teaching introductory and general courses in traditional and blended formats, and fostering an equitable, inclusive learning environment to maximize student learning and belonging.

Qualified applicants hold a Master’s degree in the discipline or closely related field with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework and can teach on Delta campuses; experience at the community college level

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the specified discipline or closely related field with at least 18 hours of graduate level coursework.
• Ability to teach on a Delta campus.

Responsibilities

• Foster an environment of belonging, diversity, equity and inclusion to maximize student learning and belonging.
• Teach introductory and general courses in traditional classroom and/or blended formats.
• Promote accessible materials and ADA compliance in teaching.

Skills

Ability to teach in multiple formats

ADA accessibility knowledge

Email and Office software usage

Collaborative and interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in specific discipline or closely related field with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework

Job description

Arts and Letters Division Adjunct Instructor

Position Title Arts and Letters Division Adjunct Instructor

Employee Group

Employee Group Faculty

Division/Department

Division/Department Arts and Letters

Status

Part-time instructor, teach days and/or evenings FA, WI, SP, or SS

Position Summary Information

Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions

The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity and inclusion. Are you interested in positively impacting students’ lives? We are seeking collaborative, energetic, and innovative adjunct instructors for the Arts and Letters Division who are committed to student retention and success. Instructors are responsible for establishing and promoting an equitable, inclusive learning environment to maximize student learning and sense of belonging. Instructors may be assigned to teach introductory and general courses in traditional classroom and/or blended/hybrid settings as needed in the Arts and Letters Division at Delta College.

Arts and Letters Disciplines:
Art | English Composition (Developmental and College Level) and Literature | Creative Writing | Electronic Media | Broadcasting | Journalism and Emerging Media | Music | Philosophy | Professional Writing | World Languages and Cultures

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Understanding of and ability to work with a culturally diverse student population
• Use of email, internet-based resources, and common Office software
• Ability to teach in a variety of formats, including incorporating online learning systems
• Understanding of ADA requirements and willingness to create accessible materials
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Understanding Delta Mission/Vision/Values of belonging and equity

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in specific discipline or closely related field with at least 18 hours of successful graduate level coursework in specific discipline
• Ability to teach on a Delta campus

Additional Experiences Considered

Additional Experiences Considered:

• Teaching experience at the community college level
• Recent experience in teaching the specific discipline in an active learning environment

Application Deadline

Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete an on-line application and attach a cover letter with position title, resume, three current names of professional references, and copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and/or certifications and licenses.

* Course assignment is dependent on the applicant’s qualifications and demonstrated abilities.

* If you are selected for an interview, you are required to provide a teaching demonstration on topics selected by the Arts and Letters Division.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * In order to track our recruitment sources, please indicate how you became aware of the position vacancy?
• • Delta.edu
  • Indeed.com
  • MI Works / MI Talent Bank
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Michigan HERC Website
  • MLive (Grand Rapids Press, Flint Journal, Ann Arbor News, Jackson Citizen Patriot, Kalamazoo Gazette, Saginaw News, Muskegon Chronicle, Bay City Times)
  • Other
• If you selected "Other" above, please tell us where you heard about this posting.
• Briefly explain your teaching and learning philosophy as it relates to teaching and learning in a college classroom.
• Briefly explain how you maintain currency in your discipline.
• Describe your understanding of and experience working with a culturally diverse student and college/university population.
• Are you available to teach face-to-faceclasses?

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3