Visual Communication Adjunct Instructor

Ivy Tech Community College; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Educational Benefits

Retirement benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Kokomo, IN, invites applications for adjunct faculty in visual communications. This is a temporary, part-time position in which you will create a learning environment and provide instruction and assessment using the college's common syllabi.

Responsibilities include teaching scheduled classes, preparing syllabi, maintaining attendance and grades, and assisting students outside class time.

Qualifications

• Earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Portfolio demonstrating significant involvement as practicing artist, graphic designer, web designer, photographer, videographer, or animator.
• Professional certification in the field; or five years of industry-related work experience; or completed academic preparation appropriate to the program.

Responsibilities

• Teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Provide syllabi appropriate to course(s) taught and follow content requirements.
• Maintain attendance and grading records per College policy.
• Be available to students outside scheduled class time to assist.

Skills

Portfolio

Graphic design

Web design

Photography

Videography

Education

Bachelor's degree

Regionally accredited institution

Tools

Ivy Learn

PowerPoint

Job description

General Purpose and Scope of the position: Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School.Major Responsibilities:PROGRAM OPERATION: Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook. Submits requested information within established timelines.STUDENTS: Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.INSTRUCTION: Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s). Use technology such as Ivy Learn, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate. In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair. Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views. Promote same as an integral part of one's work.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.A qualified faculty member in visual communications meets all of the following criteria:Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, andHas a portfolio that demonstrates significant involvement as a practicing artist, graphic designer, web designer, photographer, videographer, or animator, andHas one of the following:Professional certification in the field; orFive years of industry related work experience, orCompleted academic preparation appropriate to the program.Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:Health & WellnessAccess to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lensesEmployee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resourcesFinancial & Retirement BenefitsAll employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savingsEducational BenefitsFee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.