Automotive Technology; Adjunct​/Part-Time

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Lecture/ Laboratory Presentation
- ESSENTIAL:
Present lecture/laboratory information and concepts in a clear and logical manner; use current examples and /or analogies to convey important concepts; provide instructional objectives to assist student learning; outline, summarize and emphasize major points; enhance presentations with visual aids, handouts, and demonstrations; answer student questions clearly; encourage student participation in classroom discussions.

Student Performance Evaluation - ESSENTIAL:
Develop quizzes, examinations, term papers, homework assignments, projects, and laboratory assignments which fairly evaluate student progress in acquiring knowledge of subject material; monitor student activity during examinations and quizzes; read, evaluate, and grade student responses on examinations, quizzes, and projects; assign, read, and evaluate student homework assignments and projects; tabulate scores and assign official grades; advise students on matters regarding their academic performance;

refer students to appropriate student services (e.g., Extended Opportunity Programs and Services [EOPS], the Learning Skills Center, Tutoring Center, Writing Center, etc.) for specialized testing and tutoring.

Lecture/ Laboratory Preparation - ESSENTIAL:
Review and select textbooks appropriate for each course; further evaluate textbooks for cost and readability; read material to stay current in the field; develop supplemental materials for use in classroom and laboratory; develop syllabi for each course; prepare lesson plans for each class meeting, as appropriate; coordinate lectures with laboratory assignments, as applicable. PERIPHERAL:
Maintain memberships in groups organized to maintain currency in various fields.

Curriculum Development - ESSENTIAL:
Review and evaluate curriculum to meet student interests and needs; work with local businesses and advisory committees to meet employment needs; coordinate with regular and part time faculty members to enhance consistency of courses; evaluate and/or revise courses to meet changing needs; present proposals for curriculum changes to the Curriculum Committee and/or other appropriate shared governance bodies.

Shared Governance Activities - ESSENTIAL:
Attend and participate in District, division, and department meetings; participate in Advisory Committee meetings, attend Board of Trustees and/or Strategic Council meetings, as necessary; represent department and/or division by serving on District-wide committees; serve on employee selection committees, as requested; serve on faculty peer evaluation committees, as requested. PERIPHERAL:
Read minutes of shared governance bodies, Board of Trustees reports, and other written material to maintain knowledge of District activities; read and respond to information polls distributed by the Academic Senate and/or other shared governance bodies.

Student Services - ESSENTIAL:
Post and hold regular office hours; acknowledge diversity of student population and plan accordingly to include all students; provide students with a positive role model in terms of character and citizenship; participate in commencement and other student award ceremonies;…