Adjunct English Instructor Job Decatur area,Alabama USA,Education / Teaching

Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The instructor will adhere to the general and adjunct faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and the Alabama Community College System policy.

Salary

Dependent upon level of education and amount of credit/contact hours taught.

Work Hours

Classes are taught day, evening, and weekends on the Decatur and Huntsville/Research Park campuses, and several off-campus sites. In addition, multiple forms of distance education are offered.

Responsibilities

Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.

Utilize a variety of instructional strategies in order to engage students.

Teach at the specified time and place, and in the specified format.

Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.

Assist in the development of discipline‑specific student learning outcome objectives.

Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.

Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.

Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grades, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information to appropriate offices by the specified deadlines.

Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi.

Participate in school activities when possible.

Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.

Be prompt and punctual in reporting for work.

Inform the responsible Department Chair or Dean of any problems or concerns with classroom equipment or facilities.

Actively participate in tool retention and preservation of department assets where appropriate.

Perform all duties with professionalism.

Required

Education and Experience

For academic courses: A minimum of a Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the English discipline from a regionally accredited institution is required.

For developmental courses:

A bachelor’s degree in English or related to the teaching assignment is required.

Either classroom experience in a discipline related to the teaching assignment or graduate training in remedial education is required.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Documented evidence of proficiency in the use of current educational technologies in the classroom including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or presentation software.

Ability to conduct individual, small group, and classroom instruction.

Previous experience using Blackboard, Canvas, or other learning management system from an instructor standpoint.

Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy, and new software, as required.

Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co‑workers, vendors, with diverse students, parents, the general public and others having business with the school.

Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds.

Successful problem‑solving skills.

Successful college teaching experience is preferred.

Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning.

A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.

Confidence in decision making and communication skills.

Documented successful experience teaching and developing web‑based courses where appropriate.

Background Check Requirement

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Calhoun Community College is an equal…