Adjunct Faculty - Humanities

Location: Indianapolis

Job Title:

Adjunct Faculty - Humanities

Location:

Indianapolis
Job Type: Part-time
Classification:
Adjunct faculty
Salary Range: $48.67 Per Contact Hour

Reports To:

Department/Program Chair

* All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial Transcript

Who We Are:

We are an open-access college that fuels Indiana's economy through excellence in teaching and proactive engagement with industry and community partners, embedded in a culture of innovation that empowers all students to learn and succeed. We are "higher education at the speed of life!"

Our Values:

• Empathy:
We stand with our students, partners, and communities.

• Integrity:
We treat all with dignity and respect.

• Accountability:
We deliver on our commitments.

• Agility:
We innovate, iterate, and transform.

• Connectivity:
We connect with partners to strengthen communities and ensure student success for all.

About the Role:

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.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Make optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Supplement and alter, where appropriate, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engage with students proactively and regularly in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and lead to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College.
• Demonstrate evidence of developing and implementing teaching strategies focused on engaging online students with their learning.
• Interact with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complying with College policies, guidelines and expectations.
• Maintain a safe, quality online educational environment.
• Must demonstrate the ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees in which every individual feels respected and valued.

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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Humanities Discipline Standard

HUMA 100 Course Standard (Theater Appreciation)
A qualified faculty member teaching theatre meets the course standard through one of two routes:

• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution in theatre or
• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in theatre-related courses (e.g., communication, performance studies, drama).

HUMA 118 Course Standard (Music Appreciation)
A qualified faculty member teaching HUMA 118 meets the course standard through one of two routes:

• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in music or
• Possesses an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in music.

Previous teaching experience is required. College-level teaching experience preferred.


* All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial Transcript

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

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