Adjunct Faculty – History

Position Summary

Adjunct faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member is responsible for creating a learning environment that supports student success and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of College-approved syllabi.

About the Role

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for delivering assigned courses in accordance with College policies, course objectives, and approved curricula. They utilize instructional technology to enhance teaching effectiveness and student learning. They develop and maintain ADA-compliant syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and instructional materials. They maintain accurate and timely student records, including grades and attendance, in accordance with College requirements. They engage students in meaningful and productive ways that support learning and contribute to a positive student experience. They demonstrate the use of active learning strategies that promote student engagement and success. They interact with students, faculty, and staff in a professional and cooperative manner. They comply with College policies, campus guidelines, and expectations. They demonstrate knowledge of and implement emergency and safety procedures in all learning environments, including classrooms and labs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned courses in accordance with College policies, course objectives, and approved curricula.
• Utilize instructional technology to enhance teaching effectiveness and student learning.
• Develop and maintain ADA-compliant syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Maintain accurate and timely student records, including grades and attendance, in accordance with College requirements.
• Engage students in meaningful and productive ways that support learning and contribute to a positive student experience.
• Demonstrate the use of active learning strategies that promote student engagement and success.
• Interact with students, faculty, and staff in a professional and cooperative manner.
• Comply with College policies, campus guidelines, and expectations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and implement emergency and safety procedures in all learning environments, including classrooms and labs.

Qualifications

• A qualified faculty member in history meets one of the following criteria: Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in history; or Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in any field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in history.
• Prior teaching experience in higher education.
• Experience with learning management systems (for example, IvyLearn/Canvas).
• Demonstrated ability to teach diverse student populations.

Skills

• Knowledge of and ability to implement emergency and safety procedures in all learning environments, including classrooms and labs.
• Ability to promote an inclusive learning environment that reflects the diverse backgrounds of students and employees.
• Commitment to student-centered teaching and learning.

Benefits

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

• Health & Wellness
• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Financial & Retirement Benefits
• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

Pay

$48.67 per contact hour

Schedule

Part-Time