Elementary Education Adjunct Faculty

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 11,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach selected courses and support student learning. The role involves creating a course-specific syllabus, maintaining attendance and grading, and providing assistance to students outside scheduled class times.

Instructors will utilize technology such as Ivy Learn and PowerPoint, adhere to diversity and inclusion standards, and follow College policy and timelines for information submission.

Qualifications

• Must have earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or a related field
• Current or expired professional state teaching license/certification and at least three years of K-12 teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes and facilitate student learning; provide syllabus for courses
• Maintain attendance and grading records per college policy
• Be available to students outside class time to assist and address concerns
• Use technology such as Ivy Learn and PowerPoint in instruction; notify chair in emergencies

Skills

Technology proficiency

Educator credentials

K-12 teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in education or related field

Regionally accredited teaching license/certification

Tools

Ivy Learn

PowerPoint

Job description

General Purpose and Scope of the position:

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.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction. A qualified faculty member in education meets all of the following criteria:

Education Program Standard

A qualified faculty member in education meets both of the following criteria:

• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or a related field appropriate to the program,
• Has both of the following: Current or expired professional state teaching license/certification and At least three years of K-12 teaching experience.

EDUC 224 Course Standard

A qualified faculty member teaching EDUC 224 meets the course standard through one of four routes:

• Meets the Education program standard,
• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in Science Education,
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in Education with 18 graduate or undergraduate hours in science,
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any natural or physical science and meets the Education program standard

EDUC 235 & EDUC 245 Course Standard

A qualified faculty member teaching EDUC 235 and EDUC 245 meets the Education program standard and meets the course standard by possessing one of the following credentials (or is in progress and completed within 12 months of hire or date of credentialing change):

• MSJ Science of Reading Training Microcredential for Ivy Tech faculty
• Complete Cox Campus Structured Literacy Series Modules and complete the Cox Campus final Structured Literacy Exam Certificate
• Successful KPEERI Exam Completion
• Successful completion of Keys to Literacy (80 hours)
• Successful completion of Praxis #5205
• Indiana Literacy Endorsement (added to teaching license)
• Upon Curriculum Committee review, equivalent or higher credential in Science of Reading, preferably from an IDA accredited institution, i.e Mt. St. Joseph or Marian University certificate, masters, doctorate, etc.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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