Adjunct - English

Adjunct - English Instructor Salary Range: Paid per credit hour

NOTE: INSTRUCTION REQUIRES IN-PERSON PRESENCE, PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT MATERIALS IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO BE ON CAMPUS

• Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Communications Center for Excellence, performs the following functions: Provide instructional services; Engage in continuous professional development in both teaching and discipline-specific theory and practice; Participate in department activities; Maintains a safe working area and conditions.

• Duties and Responsibilities
• PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES: Convey course outcomes and expectations to students according to college policy; organize and manage instructional activities; use appropriate learner-centered instructional methods; provide evaluation methods appropriate to stated outcomes; evaluate student learning in a fair manner; posts and maintains sufficient office hours compatible with student schedules; maintain accurate records of evaluation and course work including attendance; submit grades as required and on time; regularly seeks feedback on course delivery and student learning; participate in college evaluation system of instructional services.
• ENGAGES IN CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN BOTH TEACHING AND DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC THEORY AND PRACTICE: Formulate and implement goals for growth; identify own professional development needs consistent with the mission of the College, Academic Affairs, and department; maintain or attain appropriate certification; licensure, or credentialing; seek appropriate resources to meet goals for continuous improvement; participate in staff development programs.
• PARTICIPATES IN DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES: Work cooperatively with others to accomplish the goals of the department; share expertise and materials with other department members; work constructively to resolve individual and department concerns; actively participate in technology and department activities and meetings; follow departmental policies.
• At all times maintains a safe working area and conditions.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned, which should not be over 10 to 15%.
• Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills
• Master’s Degree in English or a master’s degree and a cohesive set of at least 18 semester credit hours of graduate coursework relevant to the discipline as defined by Ohio Board of Regents’/Higher Learning Commission guidelines
• Degree must be from a regionally or nationally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent as verified by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.
• Evidence of professional development in the field of concentration as demonstrated by activity in professional associations, consultative practice; participation in seminars, workshops, and formal coursework, and individual reading and research.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong technology skills including usage of email, student information system, and learning management system
• Organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of subject area.
• Knowledge of educational theory and application.
• Knowledge of learners and individual learning styles.
• Interest in and commitment to the learner-centered educational process.
• Educational technology skills.
• Confidentiality.
• Caring attitude toward students.
• Learning and self-motivation skills.
• Willingness to extend self to help students succeed.
• Knowledge of organizational structure.
• Openness to suggestions for improvement.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexibility in dealing with others.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Behaves in accordance with Hocking College and Academic Affairs mission, goals, and values.
• Positive attitude.
• Knowledge of safe working conditions.

Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).