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GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION: Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty 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.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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/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, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).

• 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.

This position is on-campus interacting with other faculty and students.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Program Chair, Department Chair, or Dean

SUPERVISION GIVEN: None

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to 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 for all students and employees.

School of Technology Standard

A qualified full-time faculty member meets the education component of the School of Technology discipline standard through one of three routes:

Route One:

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in technology, engineering, engineering technology, or an earned baccalaureate or higher degree directly related to the program’s discipline and
• Possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) and
• Two years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR) or
• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR), and
• Five years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR) or
• Possesses an earned associate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution directly related to the program’s discipline and
• Possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) and Three years of directly related work experience linked explicitly to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR).

Route Two:

• Possesses a Department of Labor, Bureau for Apprenticeship Training recognized journeyman’s card in the discipline directly related to credentials, certifications, and competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR) and in journeyman status for two years or more with experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR), and
• Possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR); or

Route Three:

• Possesses any specialized certifications or credentials required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) and
• 5 years of directly related work experience in the field that is linked explicitly to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR).

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 US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.