Adjunct Faculty- Anatomy & Physiology

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as‑needed basis. They are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided.

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops and maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, showing evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Monitors and documents student performance throughout the semester, including the use of technology for academic advising alerts; provides necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• Interacts with students and co‑workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines, and expectations.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and all learning environments.

Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities are carried out within the parameters of FERPA, other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Supervision received:
Program Chair, Department Chair, or Dean

Compensation: $47.35/contract hour

This position is on an as needed basis and demand can vary per semester.

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction. Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Anatomy and Physiology Discipline Standard: A qualified faculty member in anatomy and physiology meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:

• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in a biological science, or
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in biology‑related courses.

Classification:
Part‑time

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions.

Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.