Academic Adjunct Instructor -Sociology

Duties And Responsibilities

• Makes adequate and appropriate preparation for all teaching responsibilities.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional methods and available instructional technology to facilitate the achievement of learning outcomes for each course assigned.
• Serves as faculty advisor for students assigned to him/her as part of the overall academic/career-tech advisement program and attends trainings to stay current with the latest advising updates/information.
• Attends all scheduled faculty meetings and division/departmental meetings.
• Participates in the district-wide curriculum development process and selection of textbooks and supporting instructional material.
• Keeps accurate records of student progress and student attendance in class and is prompt and accurate in submitting student information as required.
• Assists in maintaining established standards of student conduct and classroom decorum; takes appropriate action when necessary, in accordance with established policy.
• Participates in professional organizations and other activities that enhance and contribute to professional growth.
• Serves on committees as assigned.
• Follows the established policies and procedures of the college so as to enhance the instructional program, facilitate administration, and promote student well-being.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the subject to be taught or a Master's degree and 18 graduate course hours in the subject to be taught.
• Preferrred Job Requirements: Previous teaching experience, Experience with electronic resources and instructional technology.

Environment And Demands

• The work environment is an office/classroom setting with moderate noise.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.