Adjunct Professor, Learning Frameworks

Instructor Position

A study of the research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation; factors that impact learning, and application of learning strategies. Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition, and motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of college-level student academic strategies. Under general supervision from the Department Chair, the incumbent teaches courses as assigned. Establishes a regular office hour schedule and is available during that time.

Serves on committees when elected or appointed. Cultivates a healthy teacher student relationship. Makes recommendations regarding curriculum changes, text selection, and content revision. Makes written recommendations to the Department Chair regarding curriculum additions, deletions, assessments, and revisions. Prepares course syllabi in subject area and formulates stated objectives for each course. Suggests books and instructional materials to be purchased by the Library and Media Center.

Instructs Distance Ed, Virtual, Face-to-face, or Hybrid Courses as assigned. Includes instruction at satellite campuses.

Minimum Education al and Work Requirements (Minimum Qualifications):
Master's Degree in Education or Psychology or a Master's degree in any discipline and 18 graduate semester hours in Education or Psychology. Must meet any additional criteria specified by appropriate accrediting body.

Preferences:
Higher Education instructional experience.

Certifications & License:
None

The incumbent will:

• Teach Learning Frameworks classes (EDUC 1300) as scheduled each semester.
• Use pedagogically appropriate strategies to help students develop and improve college learning skills.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions by presenting scenarios, videos, asking questions, or multiple techniques.
• Engage students in active learning by immersing their focus and attention to the topic at hand utilizing various methodologies.
• Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships by adhering to college ethical standards and departmental guidelines and standards.
• Prepare and deliver lectures or appropriate classroom instructional techniques to undergraduate students.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers as appropriate to discipline.
• Collaborate with colleagues and departmental chair to incorporate innovative instructional methodology, book recommendation, develop instructional materials, and research issues.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction as needed or as a part of the end of semester evaluation.
• Administer, compile, and grade examinations as assigned.
• Instruct Distance Ed, Virtual, Hybrid or Dual Credit courses as assigned. Dual Credit Courses may be held on high school/ISD campuses. Courses may be synchronous or asynchronous.
• Conduct classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
• Develop assessment techniques that measure or demonstrate student growth.
• Be accessible to students for advisement, course and career counseling, and consultation as requested. This may occur during non-office hours.
• Must present to the students clear and precise written and verbal communication.
• Focus on student success and active learning and be aware of the individual learning styles exhibited by students.
• Must be knowledgeable of and incorporate active learning strategies into classroom instruction.
• Develop a relative, understandable, and innovative syllabi and course material. May revise the syllabus as needed or at post semester assessment.
• Be knowledgeable of, incorporate and utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.
• Incorporate departmental best practices into the syllabus, classroom methodology or delivery.
• Seek feedback during each semester to improve quality of teaching.
• Attend conferences, workshops, or programs to enhance professional growth and document the attendance in a personal portfolio or in a personnel file.
• Participate in academic/professional organizations.
• Develop and implement innovative course content into the classroom setting based on current pedagogy.
• Evidence a willingness to incorporate and document new concepts and theories in a personal portfolio or personnel file to enhance professional growth.
• Incorporate and present a diverse set of perspectives and ideas into course curriculum and classroom setting.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking to Incorporate innovative and problem-solving techniques within the classroom, the department, and the institution.
• Demonstrate respect and collegiality with supervisors, colleagues, and students.
• Foster collegiality within the department/division.
• Meet required completion and correct/timely submittal of administrative aspects of instructional responsibilities by the appropriate due date.
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