Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide education that aligns with the SAE model of curricula and delivery
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement
• Contribute to a learning culture by participating in academic advising, serving on curriculum committees, supporting campus events such as new student orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and collegiate meetings
• Manage the learning environment by keeping accurate records and enforcing college policies and procedures
• Post attendance within one hour of the end of class, assignment grades within one week of submission, and final grades within 48 hours of the end of the course
• Develop instructional plans to meet course competencies and develop course activities that support lesson objectives
• Effectively plan and prepare for classes and student success
• Contact and advise students who are at risk for attendance and/or academics to help provide support, and coordinate with Academics staff to effectively manage at-risk students
• Maintain, update, manage, and ensure accuracy of content on Learning Management System (Canvas) for all assigned courses
• Use the Learning Management System (Canvas) to effectively engage and communicate with students to supplement and support course and program learning outcomes
• Maintain instructor eligibility according to applicable federal, state, and accrediting regulations

Key Relationships

• Director of Education and Campus Director
• Department of Academic and Student Services Team
• Campus staff
• Students

Major Activities

• Provide syllabi enrichment by developing course materials, and utilizing participatory and innovative teaching-learning methodologies utilizing SAE approved curriculum
• Create and follow annual faculty development plan
• Implement teaching technologies, including Canvas, to improve student engagement

Key Performance Indicators

• Classroom Observations meet or exceed expectations
• Complete one professional growth development activity and one in service development activity annually
• Student engagement, as measure by Canvas usage
• Update Canvas grade book within 48 hours after assessment posted

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate Degree courses: Faculty teaching courses other than general education shall hold a bachelor's degree at a minimum and shall be assigned based on their major and minor academic preparation and three years of related experience. At least 50% of the courses, including core courses, shall be taught by faculty members holding graduate degrees, professional degrees such as J.D. or M.D. or a bachelor's degree plus professional certification.
• Bachelor Degree Courses: Faculty teaching bachelor degree courses shall hold a master's degree at a minimum and shall be assigned based on their major and minor academic preparation and three years of related experience.
• Appropriate certifications for Audio Technology faculty are ProTools or Logic.
• Expert knowledge of subject matter taught in specific courses
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to foster a cooperative atmosphere in a diverse community
• Outstanding conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated time management and critical thinking skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines
• Ability to work independently/without constant supervision and to follow instructions
• Knowledge of common office software (e.g: Microsoft Office Suite) with the ability to complete administrative functions such as posting attendance and grades in a timely and accurate manner

Additional Information

• This is an on-site, campus, based, part-time and temporary position.
• Working 29 hours per week or less, this position does not qualify for benefits, including health benefits, expect those applicable by law.
• The course pay rate is $4,600 to $5,000 per term.
• Sitting and standing for long periods.
• Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper.
• Occasional lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds such as files, stacks of paper, equipment, and other materials.
• Moving from place to place within the organization.
• Miminal reaching for items above or below desk level.
• Strength, dexterity, coordination and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.