Engineering Adjunct

Description

Summary:

Basic responsibilities of Adjunct Faculty are to review and distribute course syllabi to each class, follow standard course design designated by the dean or school, arrange for the acquisition and preparation of appropriate materials and equipment necessary to meet course objectives, and basic reporting duties including grade reports, etc. The Adjunct Faculty member is evaluated by students, the dean and department, and the college administration. The position reports to the Dean of the School of Science.

Preference is given to candidates who can teach on-campus classes.

Essential Duties

• Teach designated course(s), specifically ES 2410: Mechanics of Materials and ES 2330: Fluid Dynamics.
• Prepare syllabi and schedules for each course.
• Develop lesson plans.
• Procure appropriate materials needed for course instruction.
• Reporting duties including student grade data.
• Utilize active learning strategies to assist the learner in meeting the course objectives. This may include job site visits and guest speakers.
• Participate in all required meetings and events as requested by the department or administration.
• Be available to students for questions and assistance with coursework.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in Engineering
• Ability to teach and work effectively with a diverse student population.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability to teach assigned class times, including evenings if required.
• A commitment to teaching excellence and the mission of a comprehensive community college

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience teaching at the college level

Supplemental Information

Work Environment:

Typical work environment is a classroom, computer lab and/or office setting requiring normal safety precautions. Occasional site visits, where extra safety precautions will be required. Work is usually performed during the normal workday; however, occasional early morning, late evening and weekend work may be required. Short periods of time will be spent outdoors travelling between campus buildings in various weather conditions.

Physical Demands:

Employee must be able to stand for long periods of time, speak, hear, use hands and fingers to handle materials and use computer, feel, and reach with hands and arms. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds may be required. Specific vision requirements are close up with the ability to adjust focus. Noise levels are minimal to moderate.

To Apply:

• Completed Casper College online application
• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial transcripts must be provided at time of application

Note to Candidates:

• This is a part-time, non-benefited position, paid at a rate of $900 per instructional unit (IU). Review our faculty (adjunct) compensation policy here.
• Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Official transcripts required upon hire

Applications for faculty positions will be screened to ensure applicants meet the necessary credential requirements set forth by the Higher Learning Commission to teach college credit classes.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Remote Work Eligibility:

Unless otherwise noted, all positions provide vital support to Casper College and require the successful candidate be available to work on location at the Casper College campus.

Clery Act Compliance Statement:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, Casper College publishes an annual security report containing safety policies, crime statistics, and campus emergency procedures. Access the report online at www.caspercollege.edu/security or request a paper copy from the Campus Security Department.