The Part-time Adjunct Instructor is responsible for teaching the discipline with highly qualified content, thorough preparation, and meeting the academic needs of the student. The Part-time Adjunct Instructor reports to the Department Chair.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- For the adjunct criminology, sociology, political science, and interdisciplinary studies instructor, experience in curriculum development, program assessment and professional standards are essential.
- A strong commitment to diversity, leadership experience in professional state-wide or national organizations, and a strong record of collaboration and commitment to faculty governance.
- Teach part-time credit hours of coursework each semester specified by need.
- Hold part-time office hours per week, with 1/2 being regularly scheduled and the remaining 1/2 held by appointment.
- Maintain accurate records of class attendance and performance in all courses and report non-attendance to registrar as requested per the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs.
- Support proper assessment of all associated programs, including major degree programs and Liberal Studies.
- Assign course grades in keeping with University guidelines and provide mid-term and final grades on the date assigned.
- Welcome to participate in University-Sponsored faculty development programs, such as workshops, conferences, and programs.
- Follow all classroom procedures as described in the Faculty Handbook and provide proper and timely feedback to student assignments.
- Meet regularly all classes during their assigned meeting times and for their fully scheduled class period, canceling class only according to University guidelines. Report any class absences.
- Maintain University guidelines of professional conduct in the classroom and on other occasions with students and other members of the University community.
- Skill in using technology and teaching online courses.
- Comply to the University protocol for COVID-19.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
A Master’s Degree in teaching disciplines or at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline, or a documented justifiable scholarly and professional experience in the discipline certified by the respective College Dean. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required. The equivalent combination of Education and related work experience may be considered.
