Geology Adjunct

South Piedmont Community College; North Carolina; On-site; USD 20,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

South Piedmont Community College is seeking a Geology adjunct instructor to provide quality online and seated learning opportunities. Responsibilities include developing curriculum, facilitating learning activities, and maintaining class records.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in the teaching discipline and have experience in community college teaching, particularly online. The position emphasizes a commitment to a learning-centered environment and requires professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in teaching discipline OR a minimum of 18 graduate hours in teaching discipline.
• Experience in community college teaching preferred.
• Online teaching proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide online or seated courses for students.
• Maintain required class records and reports.
• Participate in continuous improvement planning.

Skills

Commitment to learning-centered education

Curriculum development

Professional development

Online teaching

Education

Master's degree in teaching discipline

Tools

Moodle

Job description

The Geology adjunct instructor provides quality learning opportunities that assist students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations in the School of Arts and Sciences. Courses will be online or seated on either of SPCC’s campus locations.

• Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to South Piedmont Community College as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services
• Develop learning strategies and curriculum that will promote successful teaching and learning in a learning-centered environment
• Facilitate learning through classroom activities, distance learning experiences, workforce development, and out-of-classroom activities
• Actively participate in continuous improvement planning through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels
• Select and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including library resources, equipment, and supplies to enhance learning and to maintain program currency
• Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory
• Demonstrate high-level professionalism in developing and/or implementing long- and short-range plans in accordance with the philosophy of a learning-centered college
• Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program to meet the needs of a learning-centered college
• Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for the position
• Provide accessibility to students and colleagues as expected in a learning-centered college
• Maintain and submit all required class records and/or reports on time
• Provide accessibility to students and colleagues as expected in a learning-centered college
• Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus (Monroe), in community locations (Anson and/or Union counties), or in a corrections setting (Anson county)
• Accept teaching assignments scheduled during the day, evening, weekends, or online
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President of Academic Affairs

A Master’s degree in the teaching discipline OR a completed Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline

• Community college teaching experience
• Online teaching experience
• All SPCC courses use Moodle as a course delivery system. Upon hiring, adjuncts must successfully complete Moodle training experience or provide documented proof of Moodle experience.

South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.