Spanish Adjunct Instructor

Jackson College; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach face-to-face Spanish courses at its Central campus in Jackson and at Hillsdale, Adrian, and prison sites. Online teaching is not accepted at this time. LEIN clearance is required and must be maintained annually for prison locations.

Positions are part-time with variable assignments by enrollment each semester. Applicants may be invited to teach across JC locations; final candidates undergo criminal background checks and must provide

Qualifications

• Master degree or higher in Spanish or related field with Spanish coursework.
• ACTFL certification in Spanish is a plus; application support available.
• Desired translation certification for court or medical settings.
• Ability to obtain LEIN clearance and maintain it annually.
• Experience teaching at college level and evaluating student work.
• Willingness to teach at multiple JC locations including prisons.

Responsibilities

• Teach face-to-face courses at JC locations including Central campus in Jackson, Hillsdale and Adrian campuses, and prison facilities.
• Evaluate and grade student work; prepare syllabi and assignments.
• Deliver instructional materials in person and online when applicable.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Assist students in connecting to college resources and complete required reporting.

Skills

Spanish proficiency

Classroom facilitation

Assessment & grading

Education

Master degree or higher in Spanish

Master degree or higher in another field with 18 graduate credits in Spanish

Master degree or higher in another field with ACTFL certification in Spanish

Professional translation certification (court/medical)

Master degree or higher where all coursework in Spanish

Job description

Description

The position requires teaching face-to-face courses at JC locations, including the Central campus in Jackson, the Hillsdale and Adrian campuses, and prison facilities. At this time we are not accepting applications from candidates who are only available to teach on line.

To teach at prison locations candidates must possess the ability to obtain a Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN) clearance and maintain it annually, at all Michigan correctional facilities. Adjunct instructor positions are part‑time. Teaching assignments will vary from semester to semester and are based on enrollment. Therefore, there may be semesters where no assignments are available.

Essential Functions

Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments and papers. Prepare and deliver instructional materials (i.e. syllabi, homework assignments and handouts) in person and/or on-line. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. Compile, administer, and grade examinations. Participate in required reporting processes (i.e. grades, participation, etc.). Assist students in connecting to college resources.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master degree or higher in Spanish


• Master degree or higher in another field with 18 graduate credits in Spanish


• Master degree or higher in another field with ACTFL certification in Spanish. The College will assist a otherwise qualified candidate in obtaining the ACTFL certification.


• Professional certification from a widely recognized professional organization as a translator for court or medical settings.


• Completion of a Master degree or higher in a country where all coursework (lectures, classes, thesis, etc.) are completed in Spanish.


• Candidates must possess the ability to obtain a Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN) clearance and maintain it annually, at all Michigan correctional facilities.

Supplemental Information

Jackson College only accepts on-line applications though this system. For assistance with this, please call 517-796-8468. Please use your legal first and last names on your application. If you are hired, you will have the opportunity to identify and utilize your preferred name. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess (even if you are repeating it from your resume or cover letter). Applications will be rejected if incomplete. For instance, do not say, "See Resume."

When you apply for the position, you will get to the document upload area where you will be given an opportunity to attach your documents. Instructions will also be found there.

Unofficial transcripts may be used as part of the selection process however those selected to teach at Jackson College will be required to provide official transcripts for all degrees held.

Jackson College is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.

Adjunct instructors are not employed directly by Jackson College with the exception of those receiving a pension from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System. All others are employed by EDUStaff, LLC. If you are selected to teach at Jackson College you will be required to complete EDUStaff's employment application and on‑boarding processes. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background as part of the employment process.

A copy of Jackson College's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report is available on the JC Campus Safety & Security website. The security report contains crime statistics for the previous three years for all of our campus locations and the annual fire safety report, which contains statistics for any reported fires in campus housing units and fire safety systems in these buildings. Additionally, the report contains policies, available resources and information concerning personal safety, fire safety and reporting procedures for both crimes and fires.

Applicants have rights under Federal employment laws. Jackson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.