PT Adjunct - Humanities/Philosophy Instructor

Pitt Community College; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitt Community College seeks an instructor to teach humanities/philosophy for college transfer, online and on-campus. The role emphasizes using technology to enhance instruction and maintaining effective communication with students and colleagues.

The candidate should hold a master’s in philosophy/humanities or an MA in a related field with 18 graduate hours, plus teaching experience. Community college and online teaching experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in philosophy/humanities or MA in a related field with 18 graduate hours in philosophy/humanities or a related field.
• Two years of teaching experience in humanities/philosophy.
• Preference given to applicants with community college teaching experience and online teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned college transfer courses in humanities/philosophy — both online and traditional.
• Uses technology to enhance instruction.
• Maintains good working relationships within the Department and with all campus departments/divisions.
• Responds to phone calls and e-mail promptly, providing information and answering inquiries.

Skills

Teaching

Online teaching

Student support

Communication

Education

Master's degree in philosophy/humanities

MA in related field + 18 graduate hours in philosophy/humanities

Job description

Under limited supervision, instructs students in Humanities/Philosophy classes and performs related administrative and recordkeeping duties. Interact with and assist students in various areas. Reports to the Department Chair, English, Humanities, and University Transfer.

Teaches assigned college transfer courses in humanities/philosophy —both online and traditional Performs related administrative and recordkeeping duties. Remains active in professional organizations and activities. Performs various student-related duties.

Teaches assigned day, evening, and online courses in college transfer humanities/philosophy. Primary responsibility is teaching philosophy but may be asked to teach other humanities courses. Use technology to enhance instructions.

Keeps abreast of newest research and technological advances relative to the teaching of humanities/philosophy courses including online instruction by reading professional journals or attending seminars, conferences, meetings, etc.

Maintains good working relationships and communicates information within the Department and with all departments/divisions on campus.

Responds to phone calls and e-mail promptly, providing information and answering inquiries as appropriate. Performs other duties as required.

Master's degree in philosophy/humanities, or MA in related field plus 18 graduate hours in philosophy/humanities or a related field and two years of teaching experience in teaching humanities/philosophy; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Prefer both graduate and undergraduate degrees in humanities/philosophy. Preference given to applicants with community college teaching experience and online teaching experience.

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to operate a variety of types of office and audio-visual equipment including computer, copier, calculator, audio-visual equipment, etc. Must be physically able to exert up to fifteen pounds of force occasionally and/or frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Physical demands are in excess of sedentary work; position requires walking, standing, stooping, reaching, crouching, fingering, etc. for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of approximately thirty pounds.

Data Conception:

Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether like or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

Interpersonal Communication:

Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes the giving of instructions to students. Includes the receiving of information and instructions from supervisor.

Language Ability:

Requires the ability to read a variety of documents, reports, and various books such as various manuals, PCC handbook and catalog, various texts, etc. Requires the ability to prepare various documents and reports such as lesson plans, grade/evaluation reports, attendance report, long-range plans, etc., using the proper format, punctuation and spelling and grammar. Requires the ability to write and edit editorials, journals, critiques, poetry, etc. Requires the ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, subordinates, other PCC personnel, etc. with poise, voice control, and confidence. Requires the ability to be conversant in the theory, principles, and methods of effective and persuasive speaking, voice and diction, phonetics, and discussion and debate.

Intelligence:

Requires the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form. Must be able to deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Requires the ability to apply rational systems such as education (teaching), English, history, etc., in order to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.

Verbal Aptitude:

Requires the ability to record and deliver information and to follow verbal and written instructions. Must be able to instruct others via effective verbal communication.

Numerical Aptitude:

Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers; determine percentages and decimals; and determine time and weight.

Form/Spatial Aptitude:

Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape.

Motor Coordination:

Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in utilizing automated office and audio-visual equipment, etc.

Manual Dexterity:

Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination:

Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament:

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.

Physical Communication:

Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Knowledge of Job:

Has considerable knowledge of the practices, procedures, rules and regulations of the Division and the College as they pertain to the position. Has comprehensive knowledge of the Department. Has extensive knowledge of the techniques, practices, and procedures of courses taught, and has the ability to effectively instruct others in such. Has excellent knowledge of and skills in teaching methods and procedures, including online teaching, as they relate to the particular goals of the Department, and has the ability to apply principles of influence systems in such teaching. Has knowledge of general office operations, functions, and procedures as they relate to the position. Has the ability to compile, organize, prepare, and maintain an assortment of records, reports, and related information. Has the ability to use abstract thinking in curriculum planning, course planning, etc. Has excellent human relations skills; is able to advise students and handle student problems effectively. Has the ability to communicate with various individuals and groups such as students, staff, peers, other PCC personnel, parents, and community partners, etc. Is able to use independent judgment in routine as well as non-routine situations. Has comprehensive knowledge of the terminology utilized within the Department. Has the ability to understand the educational and psychological aspects of job. Has the ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and office operations. Is able to read, understand and complete written requests and work assignments in a timely fashion. Knows how to estimate time, materials and supplies required to complete various routine activities. Is able to promote efficient completion of duties. Has good organizational and management skills. Has the ability to operate office and classroom computers and various types of audio-visual equipment in the performance of duties. Has the ability to work under stressful conditions related to heavy workloads, meeting deadlines, inadequate space, working with difficult students, etc. Has the ability to make sound, educated decisions in a variety of areas on a constant basis.

Quality of Work:

Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts with all College departments and divisions, co-workers and the general public.

Quantity of Work:

Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Specific Duties and Responsibilities."

Dependability:

Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and for meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, College policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Attendance:

Attends work regularly and adheres to College policies and procedures regarding absences