Adjunct Faculty-Criminal Justice (Trenton)

Essential Functions

• Advance student learning through exemplary instruction in accordance with the established course syllabus.
• Model effective oral and written communication that engages the students, provides clarity and improves student learning.
• Communicate and apply law enforcement principles and scenarios within an academic environment.
• Set clear expectations for the course by publishing grading criteria, assignments and examination dates on course syllabus and the online Learning Management System.
• Ensure the content and level of material included on exams and assignments corresponds to the student learning objectives of the course.
• Demonstrate consistency and fairness in preparing and grading exams and assignments.
• Provide timely feedback to students.
• Continuously improve instructional quality, working with lead faculty to review and utilize innovative methodologies, instructional technology and distance education for enhancement of student learning and retention.
• Maintain student records as required by NCMC.
• Maintain current knowledge in subject-matter as well as effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Follow NCMC policies as outlined in the NCMC Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
• Attend meetings and college functions as required.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice or a related field.
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level including teaching with technology is preferred.
• Proven organizational, analytical and time management skills.
• Ability to build relationships and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Strong verbal, written, and communication skills.