Industrial Technology​/Advanced Automation & Robotics Faculty

Position: Industrial Technology/Advanced Automation & Robotics 9-Month Faculty
Ivy Tech Sellersburg is looking for an individual to join their team as a full-time faculty member of the Industrial Technology/Advanced Automation & Robotics programs and to serve as the Department Chair of Industrial Technology, Advanced Automation and Robotics, and Smart Manufacturing Digital Integration.

Faculty members provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives;

conform to regional expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

This role specifically is responsible for overseeing the Industrial Technology, Advanced Automation & Robotics, and Smart Manufacturing Digital Integration programs, as well as campus and academic initiatives related to these programs. The faculty member will also manage all aspects of the designated academic programs, including enrollment management, program administration, instructional quality, and human resource management, while ensuring effective coordination with academic and non-academic departments.

INSTRUCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.

Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.

Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.

Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.

Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.

Use Learning Management System (e.g. Ivy Learn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.

Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS:

Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.

Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.

Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.

Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.

Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH:

Participate in community service activities on behalf…