Social and Behavioral Sciences Adjunct Instructor

About the Role

We are passionate about education and student success. We're hiring to help bring that belief to life through thoughtful execution, partnership, and a strong commitment to the people we serve.

Teaching Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Available to teach synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize online student learning and engagement
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student's needs
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students
• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline
• Connect their subject matter with related fields
• Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, through involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops
• Ensure Student Database is fully updated and accurate at all times regarding student grade record information
• Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instructional and the quality of education, scheduled class hours requirements and CIAT policies and procedures
• Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in the implementation of new projects, ideas, etc.
• Adhere to the CIAT business casual attire (clothing should be neat, clean, and without rips and holes; polo shirts are acceptable)
• Maintain FERPA compliance and handle student data securely in accordance with institutional policy

Requirements

• General Education Instructors: Master's degree is required. Must provide official transcripts of bachelor's and master's (or higher) degrees that include at least 18 units on the subject being taught
• At least three years' experience in the respective field OR two years of teaching experience
• Must be from an accredited institution
• Advanced subject matter expertise preferred with a commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with developments in the field
• Effective presentation skills, communication and technology skills
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as learning technologies such as Canvas
• Work independently with minimal supervision, with a high level of dependability
• Ability to multitask
• Problem solves rapidly and effectively, in a timely manner
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
• Knowledge of current trends, best practices, and didactic approaches in higher education
• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging and effective lesson plans that meet the diverse needs of students
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey information and interact with students, colleagues, and others
• Possess high ethical standards, being an example of professionalism to others
• Compliance with all college policies, procedures, and regulations, including those related to academic integrity, student conduct, and instructional delivery
• Adhere to CIAT's compliance requirements to ensure all Federal, State, accreditation, and institutional policies and procedures are being met
• Follow communication guidelines to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and professionalism
• Must be able to embody CIAT's mission, vision, purpose and values

Schedule & Location

• This is a variable hour position. Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday, but weekend and evening hours may be required
• Live classes are scheduled twice a week on Monday and Tuesday, from 6:00pm-9:30pm PST
• Remote work must be performed while residing in California, Florida, Massachusetts or New Mexico
• Work must be conducted in locations that have been approved by the company. Company authorization is necessary for relocation or work from other locations, even if temporarily

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This role routinely involves using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and virtual communication tools
• Employees are expected to ensure that their home office is a safe and ergonomic working environment
• Employees must maintain data security and confidentiality in accordance with company policies and use secure connections for all work-related activities
• Expectations regarding work hours, availability, and time tracking will be clearly communicated and must be adhered to
• Workers' compensation and liability for injuries that occur in the home office will be covered as per company policy and applicable laws
• Essential functions require sitting for extended periods of time
• Ability to type, use a computer to search for information and input information while speaking on the phone is required
• The employee will frequently be required to use the computer, mouse and telephone to conduct the regular tasks of this role
• The employee will be required to compute simple mathematical calculations as a normal part of this role
• Requires dependability and excellent attendance records

Pay

$33 - $38 USD