Adjunct Online Philosophy Instructor

Overview

Iowa Western Community College is seeking a student-centered Online Philosophy Adjunct Instructor who is comfortable teaching in a fully online environment and, when needed, through live Zoom sessions. We are looking for an instructor with strong technical abilities and experience using learning management systems such as Canvas. Our philosophy courses use common assessments and textbooks to ensure consistency for students, but instructors still have room to adapt the course to fit their teaching style and approach.

Applicants who are committed to clear communication, responsive support, and helping students succeed in the online setting are encouraged to apply.

• Teach classes as assigned by the academic dean.
• Evaluate and report student performances and progress in courses in accordance with college and division policies and procedures.
• Meet Minimum Faculty Standards for hire and adhere to college policies and procedures.
• Promote, develop, and deliver quality education programs with the intent to retain students to graduation.
• Demonstrate the college's core mission, vision, and values.
• Maintain the Learning Management System: post the syllabus by deadlines, record student attendance, and maintain an accurate and current gradebook; submit required reports (roster verification, 5th-week and 10th-week progress reports, final grades, course assessments).
• Assess and document student learning outcomes each term in accordance with college policies and procedures.
• Organize and teach labs as assigned by the academic dean.
• Complete required professional development and training.
• Exhibit a positive and professional demeanor with all members of the college and community, contributing to a productive and growth-oriented work environment.
• Promote, model, and enforce academic integrity.
• Be available to answer student questions outside of class time (student conferences can be held on campus, via phone, web conferencing, or email).
• Help students achieve their educational and career goals.
• Refer students to college resources.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and Title IX regulations.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

• To teach philosophy courses:
  • A master's degree in Philosophy, or
  • A master's degree and at least 12 graduate credit hours in philosophy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate in both small and large group settings and with diverse people at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills, including multitasking, meeting deadlines, and producing error-free final products.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Fluent reading, writing, and speaking in English.
• Enthusiastic and dedicated to helping other people.
• Ability to function collaboratively as part of a fast-paced, customer-oriented team.
• Professional communication, appearance, relationships, and responsiveness.
• Positive attitude.
• Self-starter with the ability to perform with little or no direct supervision.

• Normal office work; light work (lift up to 10 lb).
• Frequently sits for extended periods, uses hands to operate computer keyboard and telephone.
• Requires regular talking and hearing, ability to drive.
• Cognitive: reading, writing, calculating, social interaction skills, reasoning/analysis, works with minimal supervision.

We offer paid time off, sick leave, and holidays for our part-time employees. Our amazing benefits and perks also include discounted tuition for you and your dependents. To learn more, .

Employer:

Iowa Western Community College (IA) 2700 College Rd, Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503. Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Part-time Job function:
Education and Training Industries:
Higher Education