Faculty - Computer Science

Ivy Tech Community College; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contribution

Free tuition for employee and dependents

Professional Development opportunities

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is looking for a Full Time Faculty member to provide engaging instruction in various formats, support student learning, and enhance academic success at Ivy Tech Community College in Valparaiso, Indiana.

This role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and includes responsibilities for curriculum development, student engagement, and professional development activities. Excellent benefits, including health and retirement options, are offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
• Relevant teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to utilize technology in instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging instruction in various formats.
• Maintain student records and manage classroom environments.
• Monitor student performance and provide academic support.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Skills

Quality instruction

Student engagement

Classroom management

Academic advising

Curriculum development

Technology use

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.

Full Time Faculty Job Description

General purpose and scope of the position:

• Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs
• provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes
• engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum
• provide institutional support and community service
• participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives
• support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

Major Responsibilities:

INSTRUCTION

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
• Use Learning Management System (e.g. IvyLearn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

• Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
• Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
• Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/school/college.
• Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and school.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

• Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditation’s, and grant-related projects.
• Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.
• Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/school/faculty meetings.
• Participate in career service and alumni activities.
• Support program/department chair in program management activities.
• Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Pay Range: $50,000 - $60,000

BENEFITS:

• No waiting period to enroll in benefits.
• Employer contribution to retirement plan.
• Excellent benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, identity theft protection, accidental injury and illness, and more!
• Faculty release time, sick, volunteer, bereavement.
• Paid holidays: 9 days plus winter break between December 25th and January 1st.
• Free tuition at any Ivy Tech location for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents.
• Full time employees qualify for tuition assistance for higher education opportunities.
• Professional Development opportunities.

Education, Experience And Other Requirements

• Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in computer science, engineering, mathematical sciences, information sciences, or a computer-related degree as appropriate to the course and/or specialty being taught; or
• Possesses a related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documented 18 graduate semester hours or equivalent of courses in a computer-related field as appropriate to the course and/or specialty being taught.

Other Requirements:

Official college transcripts required upon hiring, and employment contingent on acceptable criminal background check.

Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

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.