Adjunct - Mathematics

Location: Nelsonville

Mathematics Instructor/Adjunct

Salary - Paid Per Credit Hour

* Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Dean, performs the following functions as per the professional bargaining unit contract:
Provide instructional services;
Perform academic advising activities;
Engage in continuous professional development in both teaching and discipline-specific theory and practice;
Participate in department activities;
Participate in new student enrollment activities (recruitment, registration, Discover Hocking, and Showcase);
Participate in Academic Affairs and other institutional activities;
Maintains a safe working area and conditions.

* Duties and Responsibilities

* PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES:
Assist with development of course outcomes and curriculum which are consistent with Academic Affairs, department, and technology / program goals; convey course outcomes and expectations to students according to college policy; organize and manage instructional activities; use appropriate learner-centered instructional methods; provide evaluation methods appropriate to stated outcomes; evaluate student learning in a fair manner; posts and maintains sufficient office hours compatible with student schedules;

maintain accurate records of evaluation and course work including attendance; submit grades as required and on time; regularly seeks feedback on course delivery and student learning; participate in college evaluation system of instructional services; revise / update courses regularly.

* PERFORMS STUDENT ACADEMIC ADVISING

ACTIVITIES:

Assist with the recruitment and placement of students; encourage students' involvement in the advising process; maintains sufficient advising hours compatible with student schedules; meet with advisees at least twice per semester and as often as needed; advise student having difficulty in class / clinical work; maintain appropriate advisee files; direct students to appropriate department and College resources; maintain confidentiality; periodically evaluates graduation progress and completions.

* ENGAGES IN CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN BOTH TEACHING AND DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC THEORY AND PRACTICE:
Formulate and implement goals for growth; identify own professional development needs consistent with the mission of the College, Academic Affairs, and department; maintain or attain appropriate certification; licensure, or credentialing; seek appropriate resources to meet goals for continuous improvement; participate in department, Academic Affairs, and College faculty / staff development programs.

* PARTICIPATES IN DEPARTMENT

ACTIVITIES:

Work cooperatively with others to accomplish the goals of the department and technology; share expertise and materials with other department members; work constructively to resolve individual and department concerns; actively participate in technology and department activities and meetings; follow departmental policies.

* PARTICIPATES IN ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AND INSTITUTIONAL

ACTIVITIES:

Is familiar with the mission and philosophy of Hocking College; follows Hocking College policies and procedures; promote a positive working relationship across technology, department, and community lines; participate in Academic Affairs and institutional activities and committees; participate in student enrollment activities (recruiting and registration), contribute to the assessment of student academic achievement;

* At all times maintains a safe working area and conditions.

* Performs other job related duties as assigned, which should not be over 10 to 15%.

* Qualifications - Education, Experience, and Skills

* Master's Degree in Mathematics or a master's degree and a cohesive set of at least 18 semester credit hours of graduate coursework relevant to the discipline as defined by Ohio Board of Regents'/Higher Learning Commission guidelines

* Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching Mathematics

* Experience with online education

* Degree must be from a regionally or nationally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent as verified by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

* Evidence of professional development in the field of concentration as demonstrated by activity in professional associations, consultative practice; participation in seminars, workshops, and formal coursework, and individual reading and research.

* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

* Strong technology skills including usage of email, student information system, and learning management system

* Organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.

* Knowledge of subject area.

* Knowledge of educational theory and application.

* Knowledge of learners and individual learning styles.

* Interest in and commitment to the learner-centered educational process.

* Educational technology skills.

* Confidentiality.

* Caring attitude toward students.

* Learning and self-motivation skills.

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