Automation & Robotics Adjunct Faculty

Ivy Tech Community College; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision care plan

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking adjunct faculty to teach courses in alignment with the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science. The role involves preparing syllabi, delivering instruction, and assessing student progress using Ivy Learn and other tools.

Faculty must meet applicable education requirements and maintain records, supporting student success. This is a part-time, per-semester appointment across assigned classes with flexibility to address student needs.

Qualifications

• Possesses a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in technology, engineering, engineering technology, or a degree directly related to the program’s discipline.
• Possesses specialized certifications required for the class and program accreditation requirements.
• Two, five, or three years of directly related work experience linked to the Curriculum of Record (COR).
• Current Workplace Specialist License, Technology Education License, or CTE: Trade & Industrial Engineer license (Indiana DOE) appropriate to course objectives.

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) and follow syllabus content and requirements.
• Maintain attendance and grading records according to College policy.
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions.

Education

Baccalaureate or higher degree in technology/engineering or related field

Specialized certifications for class and program accreditation

2+ years related work experience linked to COR competencies

5 years related work experience linked to COR competencies

3 years related work experience linked to COR competencies

Work credentials: Indiana DOE Workplace Specialist License / Technology Education License / CTE Trade & Industrial Engineer license

Job description

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are 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.

Major Responsibilities:

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 Ivy Learn, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate.
• In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair.
• Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views.
• Promote same as an integral part of one’s work.

A qualified full-time faculty member meets the education component of the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science discipline program standard, and when applicable, program accreditation requirements through one of the following routes:

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution in technology, engineering, engineering technology; or an earned baccalaureate or higher degree directly related to the program’s discipline, and
• Possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught and program accreditation requirements, as applicable (see Appendix A - AMEAS Program Certification and Accreditation Requirements), and
• Two years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR);

or

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, and
• Possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught and program accreditation requirements, as applicable (see Appendix A - AMEAS Program Certification and Accreditation Requirements), and
• Five years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR);

or

• Possesses an earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution directly related to the program’s discipline, and
• Possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught and program accreditation requirements, as applicable (see Appendix A - AMEAS Program Certification and Accreditation Requirements), and
• Three years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR);

or

• Possesses a Department of Labor, Bureau for Apprenticeship Training recognized journeyman’s card in the discipline directly related to credentials, certifications, and competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR), and in journeyperson status for two years or more with experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR), and
• Possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught and program accreditation requirements, as applicable (see Appendix A - AMEAS Program Accreditation Requirements);

or

• Possesses any specialized certifications or credentials required for the class being taught and program accreditation requirements, as applicable (see Appendix A - AMEAS Program Certification and Accreditation Requirements), and
• 5 years directly related work experience in the field that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR);

or

• Possesses a current Workplace Specialist License, Technology Education License (Technology and Engineering Education, Engineering and Technology Education), or CTE: Trade & Industrial Engineer or Manufacturing License granted by the Indiana Department of Education appropriate to course objectives and directly linked to credentials, certifications, and competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR), and
• Possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught and program accreditation requirements.

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.