Instructor - Part Time (Philosophy Applicant Pool)

Schoolcraft College; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community college is seeking a part-time Instructor for their Philosophy Applicant Pool. This position requires a Master’s degree in Philosophy or a closely related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in Philosophy. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication skills and have experience in teaching at the college level. Responsibilities include engaging students in critical discussions and handling complex philosophical topics. The position will remain open until filled.

Qualifications

• MA in Philosophy or related field with 18 graduate credit hours in Philosophy.
• Two (2) years college-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate-level philosophy courses in a classroom setting.
• Engage students in discussions and presentations on complex philosophical topics.
• Maintain professional conduct and evaluate student performance.

Skills

Ability to read and analyze complex documents

Effective communication and presentation

Logical reasoning

Mathematical skills

Education

MA in Philosophy or related field with 18 graduate credit hours in Philosophy

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Instructor - Part Time (Philosophy Applicant Pool)

Job Summary Classroom Instructor

Job Duties

Required Qualifications

• MA in Philosophy or a master’s and a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Philosophy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years college level teaching experience.

Physical Requirements

Language Skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of trustees.

Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee may occasionally lift up to 10 lbs., seldom 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The job may require working in a laboratory. The employee must be able to correctly follow all safety rules and regulations, operate appropriate laboratory equipment and tolerate the presence of laboratory chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Salary Per Faculty Contract

Work Hours

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ACO008P

Open Date 09/25/2017

Close Date Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must submit a current resume, cover letter and copy of unofficial college transcript at the end of the application process.

The number of part-time instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the department. The Instructor-Part Time (Applicant Pool) applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Your application will remain in this applicant pool and be reviewed on an as needed basis.