Adjunct Faculty - Co-Requisite Math

Summary

At Amarillo College, our mission is:

Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.

This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Adjunct Faculty - Co-Requisite Math who will be all-in on our mission and who will perform duties primarily related to the instruction of courses in Math. Teaching responsibilities include time spent in classroom, laboratory, online courses, tech supported classes, and in immediate preparation for respective courses;

and preparing teaching materials.

This position is filled on an as needed basis, contingent upon institutional needs.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Required:

Bachelor's degree.

Preferred:
Master's degree in mathematics or in related discipline.

EXPERIENCE:

Required:

Some degree of experience in teaching/tutoring mathematics.

Preferred:
Experience teaching in Higher Education.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

* Teach Math utilizing appropriate and engaging instructional methods and techniques.

* Create engaging lesson plans that promote student involvement and application of the material.

* Submit college reports and forms in a timely manner.

* Utilize a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines.

* Meet with and advise students either before/after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods.

* Evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and inform them of their progress.

* Attend meetings, trainings, and orientations as required.

* Participate in course and curriculum development, revision and evaluation.

* Maintain accurate and timely records of student attendance and academic performance.

* Perform effective teaching activities, including classroom instruction, directing projects, and assisting with student coursework, research and internships.

* Plan, develop and present organized classroom instructions and learning opportunities for students in accordance with approved course outlines.

* Perform other work-related duties as required.

* As an Amarillo College employee, seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring striving to serve students, peers and the community by embracing the AC Core Values:
Wow, Family, Fun, Innovation, and Yes!

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

* Ability to maintain a high level or professionalism at all times, especially when dealing with resistance or hostility, and to provide an exemplary level of customer service to all internal, external customers, vendors, community leaders, etc;

* Ability to work under stress, independently, and as a team member.

* Ability to deal with students in a professional manner.

* Must be able to understand and apply learner-centered and high impact instructional methods.

* Must have skills in computer operation, multimedia classroom instructions software, and be willing to learn new computer software.

Salary:

Amarillo College Pay Grades, please review theTEACHING OVERLOAD COMPENSATION and ADJUNCT FACULTY COMPENSATIONchart to view the salary pay scale. This is based on your highest level of education.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to travel between offices and buildings, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or maneuver office supplies as needed.

Working Conditions:

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule (days, nights, weekends, holidays, and varying events if necessary.)

Work Environment:

This job may operate in a classroom, online, or tech supported setting. This role routinely uses standard classroom and office equipment such as microphones, audio/video-recorders, computers, overhead projectors, phones, copy machines, filing cabinets and fax machines.