Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty appointments are made for specified courses and for a specified term or terms as needed.

Demonstrates implementation of the mission, vision, goals and values of the College as well as the philosophy of the division in which assigned.

Responsible for development, planning, implementation and evaluation of the theoretical, laboratory, and/or clinical components of assigned courses. Demonstrates the ability to teach in individual, small and large group settings and functions under the direction of the Dean of the program. Participates in ongoing systematic evaluation activities as assigned.

PRINCIPAL

JOB FUNCTIONS:

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* Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

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* Plans, implements and evaluates educational activities according to College policies, course credits, course objectives and available resources.

3. Applies College values and philosophy in work activities and interactions with others.

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* Relates professionally to colleagues and serves in faculty roles of mentor, role model, advocate, facilitator and competent educator.

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* Utilizes instructional methods which promote student development of critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making and life long learning.

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* Conveys knowledge and principles of the field of study clearly and concisely in the educational setting.

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* Manages the educational environment to facilitate an optimal learning experience.

8. Participates in formal and informal department ongoing systematic evaluation of the program and College as appropriate.

9. Maintains confidential environment and respects learner and privacy.

10. Maintains currency in field of study and incorporates evolving trends into teaching.

11. Supports College committee decisions and offers input as appropriate in development of educational policies.

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* Adapts teaching to varied delivery methods including distance-learning options if applicable.

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* Initiates communication about concerns or problems with appropriate personnel

Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.

14. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk "*". Refer to the

Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

General Education (Undergraduate Level):
Master's degree with minimum of eighteen (18) graduate credits completed in area of teaching responsibility required. Doctoral degree preferred. Previous teaching experience preferred.