PT - Adjunct Faculty, Speech

About the role

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, incorporating relevant classroom technology, and ensuring course content is up to date. Serves students by fulfilling the institution’s Student Experience Statement.

Responsibilities

• Fosters a supportive classroom environment
• Stays informed about developments within their field
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time
• Communicates professionally
• Adheres to institutional policies, procedures, and standards

Requirements

• Master’s degree in the discipline, OR Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline OR Master’s degree in any discipline with three years of full-time work experience related to the course(s) taught OR Bachelor’s degree with an industry recognized license or certification and three years of full-time work experience, OR Bachelor's degree with a current Arizona teaching certificate in the discipline and three full-time years teaching in the content area, OR Meet qualifications as outlined under institutional procedure, Faculty Credentials

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
• In-depth knowledge of the academic discipline being taught
• Knowledge and understanding of effective teaching methods and learning theories
• Knowledge of curriculum design and assessment practices
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively utilize instructional technologies and learning platforms including learning management system
• Current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software and applications especially those specific to the department operations
• Self-directed and time management skills
• Ability to create and grade assessments that accurately measure student learning
• Strong organizational skills to manage course materials, records, and administrative tasks
• Completes all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
• Utilizes appropriate instructional strategies and educational technology for various modalities
• Works independently and contributes to a collaborative team environment
• Provides assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive manner
• Communicates effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
• Maintains confidentiality of protected information and follows FERPA guidelines
• Establishes and maintains positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public
• Builds positive relationships with students and colleagues
• Addresses and resolves issues related to teaching and student learning
• Manages time to balance teaching, preparation, and administrative duties
• Prioritizes and meets deadlines
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and the public
• Provides instruction for all levels of learners including foundation or introductory courses
• Provides instruction for all levels of learners including foundation or introductory courses

Skills

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
• In-depth knowledge of the academic discipline being taught
• Knowledge and understanding of effective teaching methods and learning theories
• Knowledge of curriculum design and assessment practices
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively utilize instructional technologies and learning platforms including learning management system
• Current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software and applications especially those specific to the department operations
• Self-directed and time management skills
• Ability to create and grade assessments that accurately measure student learning
• Strong organizational skills to manage course materials, records, and administrative tasks
• Completes all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
• Utilizes appropriate instructional strategies and educational technology for various modalities
• Works independently and contributes to a collaborative team environment
• Provides assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive manner
• Communicates effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
• Maintains confidentiality of protected information and follows FERPA guidelines
• Establishes and maintains positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public
• Builds positive relationships with students and colleagues
• Addresses and resolves issues related to teaching and student learning
• Manages time to balance teaching, preparation, and administrative duties
• Prioritizes and meets deadlines
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and the public
• Provides instruction for all levels of learners including foundation or introductory courses
• Provides instruction for all levels of learners including foundation or introductory courses

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$810 per equated load hour (most courses are 3-4 eq. load hours)

Schedule

Part-time, Adjunct Faculty Up to 19.5 hours per week or 8 equated load per semester; assignment time or load dependent upon institutional need

Work Environment

• Inside classroom, lab, or office environment with normal noise and lighting levels
• Outside instructional or lab area, if applicable to the academic field or content area
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing
• May lift, carry, push, and/or pull light (at least 5 pounds) amounts of weight
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist

Work Hours

Instructional days and times are dependent upon semester course schedule and institutional need

Application Procedure

The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. Completed Application Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages) Unofficial Transcripts Address Inquiries To Arizona Western College Human Resources Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629 Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER