Adjunct Faculty, College of Chiropractic Education

DEPARTMENT: College of Chiropractic Education

LOCATION:Fully On-Site (Whittier, CA)

FSLA STATUS:Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION:$35.87 - $60.00/Hour

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

This position is primarily responsible for teaching in the classroom and/or laboratory setting. The faculty member is responsible for applying their expertise to develop and deliver courses that improve the learning outcomes of our students. In addition, the adjunct (part-time) faculty member will perform additional duties as assigned by the Department Supervisor (e.g., professional development training, annual evaluations) as appropriate for the course.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides student instruction using the syllabi approved by the program. Uses appropriate teaching strategies and methods to support student engagement and best practices in student learning.
• Modifies teaching approach based on assessment results.
• Proactively communicates with students who need additional support and recommend services as needed.
• Completes the required professional development training annually or as requested by the supervisor.
• Remains current in the discipline taught.
• Participate in the annual evaluation of faculty performance.
• Submits their timesheets by the deadline as instructed by the supervisor.
• Requests and obtains prior approval from supervisor for hours to be worked in excess of assigned schedule.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Works in an academic environment in a courteous and professional manner.
• Promotes the University vision, goals, and objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ATTENDANCE:

Must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including, but not limited to, attendance standards and work deadlines; beginning and ending assignments on time; and scheduled work breaks; where applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  
  Doctoral degree from a college or university.
• Technical skills:
  To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of:
  Canvas (Learning Management System);
  Exam Soft (assessment software); and Microsoft 365 software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint). Training is available to support faculty development.
• Maintain licenses and certificates necessary for employment eligibility.
• Certain classes require the instructor to have a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from a CCE accredited

SKILLS &

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to get along and cooperate with co-workers
• Ability to respond politely to faculty, administration, staff, and students.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to think quickly and act appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to continue to perform well under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills; detail oriented and accurate with ability to multi-task.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, and ability to think and act strategically.
• At least three (3) years of successful teaching experience, or equivalent, in an accredited institute of higher education preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & EXPECTATIONS:

• Work Arrangement:
  This position requires an on-campus presence to meet the essential functions of the job. Onsite activities may include, but are not limited to, assisting in the laboratory courses, supporting students, faculty, Department Lead Faculty, and the Program Director of Pre-Clinical Education as needed.
• Schedule Expectations:
  Must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including attendance standards and work deadlines; beginning and ending assignments on time; and observing scheduled work breaks, where applicable.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear; is occasionally required to…