Professional Development Adjunct Faculty

Location: Largo

Position Title Professional Development Adjunct Faculty Position Type Faculty Department Early College Partnerships, Learning Supports, and Faculty Affairs FLSA Exempt Full Time or Part Time Part Time Fixed Term/Tenure Track Grade ... Salary Range Hiring Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education Union/Non Union Non Union

Job Description Summary

The instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote. Face-to-face and hybrid classes may be offered on any Prince George's Community College campus. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes.

The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, academic advising, curriculum design.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification and accreditation from recognized college, university or national, state, or regional organization.

* Minimum two years' experience in teaching and/or workforce training and/or apprenticeship programs

* Related verifiable work experience

AREA SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Information provided based on the area discipline - discipline specific credentials and/or education are listed here.

* Provide instruction to a diverse adult population

* Possess the ability to plan, organize and implement curriculum timely and efficiently

* Provide instruction in Professional Development and 21st Century Skills such as soft skills, critical thinking, problem solving, oral/written communication, teamwork, collaboration, professional work ethic, career management, leadership, digital technology and intercultural fluency

* Provide a combination of interactive lectures, visual presentations, small group interactions, and role-playing activities designed to enhance program participants' understanding of employer expectations

* Conduct employability profile assessment

* Provide career coaching, resume development and mock interviews

* Evaluate student progress through examinations, quizzes, and observations

* Attend meetings, trainings, orientation sessions and graduation/completion ceremonies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

* Remote and Online teaching

* Technology skills and computer literacy

* Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management

* Communication and interpersonal skills

* Research skills

* Time management

* Teamwork

* Planning and organization

* Problem-solving and analytical ability

Criteria

CRITERIA:
The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application.

Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

* Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in conjunction with course outcomes.

* Using applicable technology and pedagogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction.

* Complete mandated institutional trainings and professional development trainings related to content discipline and pedagogy.

* Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.

* Evaluate student performance using assessment tools that align with established course objectives and outcomes.

* Create and administer assessments that monitor student progress and provide timely student feedback.

* Provide an orientation at the first-class meeting to include an overview of the course syllabus. The overview should include an outline of course objectives, requirements, attendance policy, grading system, textbook(s), and supplemental materials.

* Notify students of key academic dates and course adjustments, maintain an up-to-date, electronic grade book, and enter final grades by the established due date.

* Maintain accurate records and submit class records (as appropriate) to the Department Chair or Program Coordinator by the established due date, and participate in the departmental evaluation and course assessment process.

* Maintain office hours, advise students, and refer students to appropriate resources.

* Adjunct faculty are expected to respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours with the exception of weekends and holidays. Faculty are expected to…