Adjunct Faculty; OSH

Position: Adjunct Faculty (OSH)
Location: Grandview Plaza

Adjunct Faculty (OSH)

Location:

Grandview Plaza, KS 66441

Department:
Fort Riley Technical & Military Outreach Training

Job Status:
Part-Time

Rate of Pay: $660.00 - $810.00 Annually

Status:
Until Filled

Position Description

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for the design of program and/or course content including activities to assess student learning. They are further responsible for the facilitation of teaching and learning to college standards of excellence and student engagement; participation and involvement in college committees, planning and activities; recruitment and retention strategies and demonstration of professionalism and adherence to institutional policies and procedures.

Faculty members may teach all face-to-face courses, a varied schedule of online and face-to-face courses, or a full load of online coursework. Adjunct faculty is a temporary employee on an as needed, class-by-class basis.

Position Responsibilities

15% - Assess Student Learning and Use Assessment Data for Continuous Improvement

* Use a variety of assessment techniques to measure student learning including, but not limited to quizzes, written papers, reflections, and online quiz games.

* Develop course level assessments and connect to classroom level techniques.

* Reflect and use assessment data to continuously improve and update the course.

* Report student learning outcome data as requested.

15% - Organize Course(s) in an Effective Manner

* Design and layout of course shall be easy to follow and understandable.

o Scope and sequence of course content.

o Course navigation (for those using course shells):
Home, Course Syllabus, Grades, Modules.

* Make the course compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Copyright Guidelines

* Design a course that aligns with Barton's pillars of integrity and discourages academic cheating.

* Incorporate at least one essential skill outcome in the course content.

* Include various active learning techniques including, but not limited to interactive lectures, instructional videos with discussion, group discussions, simulations, small group work, and papers.

* Align course outcomes and competencies to course activities and/or assessments.

15% - Prepare to Teach Assigned Course(s)

* Prepare your course syllabi.

* Prepare course materials prior to the course start date including textbooks, certified Open Educational Resources (OER) and/or other approved supplemental material.

* Prepare an outline (content and/or activities) to meet all course outcomes and competencies.

* Establish course grading criteria and utilize a system for recording and reporting student progress in a timely manner.

* Establish course and instructor expectations.

* Prepare the course shell, if applicable - make sure the content is present and updated.

15% - Demonstrate Knowledge of Subject Matter

* Collaborate with colleagues teaching in the same program or discipline as well as others in related programs or disciplines to establish and/or enhance curriculum, discuss teaching approaches, and improve assessment outcomes.

* Demonstrate awareness of current developments in one's subject area.

* Participate in professional development events and activities.

* Participate in the activities of professional organizations, accreditation agencies or other related associations.

* Presents at professional conferences, publish books or other scholarly articles and/or engage in original or applied research.

* Maintain an awareness of course pre-requisites and advanced coursework to minimize overlap and achieve maximum course integration.

* Suggest/develop curriculum changes to integrate courses more effectively within a program of study.

* Seek opportunities for new program and/or course offerings.

15% - Facilitate Student Engagement

* Student to student interaction.

o Provide opportunities for students to learn from one another including projects, activities, and discussions.

o Monitor student interactions to ensure a collaborative, safe, and positive learning environment.

* Student to teacher interaction.

o Reach out proactively to students and solicit input.

o Provide meaningful and substantial feedback.

* Student to content interactions.

o Provide learning materials that elicit activity, creativity, and engagement.

o Update content as students engage with the course materials.

* Provide accessibility and responsiveness.

o Communicate consistently with students in the classroom, during scheduled appointments, in email messages and with comments provided on assignments, tests, etc.

o Respond to student inquiries within 24-48 hours.

* Manage the classroom - whether in person or virtual.

o Start and end class on time following seat time requirements.

o Foster a positive culture that respects individual differences and viewpoints.

10% - Engage in College Events, Activities and Operations

* Participate in college, division and faculty meetings.

* Actively participate in committees, councils and/or work groups as a volunteer or as assigned.

* Participate in strategic…