Full-Time Faculty- English

ivytech; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Multiple medical plans

Job summary

Ivy Tech seeks a faculty member to deliver instruction across multiple modalities, align courses with program learning outcomes, and engage students inside and outside the classroom.

The role emphasizes advising, retention initiatives, and collaboration with college resources to support student success and program accreditation requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classes using pedagogy and technology aligned with course objectives and outcomes.
• Develop and maintain curriculum materials to support program learning outcomes.
• Maintain records, attendance, grades, and documentation; ensure a conducive learning environment.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected outcomes and use LMS (e.g. Ivy Learn) for teaching and communication.
• Provide academic coaching and monitor progress of advisees, with interventions as needed.
• Promote student recruitment, retention, and completion through outreach and contacts.

Education

Master's degree in English

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in English/linguistics/courses related to the writing process

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE: 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.

CLASSIFICATION: F1- F5

FLSA: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Program Chair or School Dean

SUPERVISES: Designated support staff

COMPENSATION: $50,000-53,000

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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. Ivy Learn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.

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 thedepartment/division/college.Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

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

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

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.

English Discipline Standard

A qualified faculty member in English meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:

• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in English, or
• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health & Wellness
• Multiple med