GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION: Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are 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. Assist academic administrators with curriculum development, student advising, and program enrollment. Provide institutional support and community service. Fully support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with college policy and course objectives.
- Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
- Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
- Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
- Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
- Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with college policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
- Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and all learning environments.
This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Program Chair, Department Chair, or Dean
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A part-time faculty member in the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Practical Nursing (PN) nursing program must meet all the following criteria:
- Has a minimum of three years of experiences as a registered nurse and,
- Possesses a current, unencumbered Indiana registered nurse license, and
has an earned master's degree in nursing from a regionally accredited institution OR has an earned Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution AND 1) within one semester of initial appointment, must have a written academic plan of study for completion of a Master’s degree in nursing, and 2) Provides ongoing documentation (each semester) demonstrating matriculation towards completion of a Master’s degree in nursing, and 3) Continued employment of a person who does not hold a Master’s degree in nursing shall be contingent upon documented progress towards their approved academic plan
- The majority of faculty must be full-time employees of the institution. ISBN Title 848 I- A-C 1-2-13.
- Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction.
Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in nursing
- Teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.
Upon Hire, Employee will be required to request Official Academic Transcripts/ Credentials be sent directly from Issuing Institution to the Office of Human Resources.
Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the College students and employees.
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.
