Adjunct Faculty Communications

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided.

Pay: $45.45 per contact hour

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction. Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Communication Discipline Standard: A qualified faculty member meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:

1. Possesses an earned master's or higher degree in speech or communication, from a regionally accredited institution; or

2. Possesses an earned master's or higher degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in speech or communication, from a regionally accredited institution.

COMM 101 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in public speaking meets the course

standard through one of the following three routes:

1. Meets Communication discipline standard, or

2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g. rhetoric, linguistics, homiletics, law, theatre, public relations); or

3. Possesses an earned master's degree in secondary education with a concentration in speech, and have 12 graduate credits in speech or communication and 12 undergraduate credits in speech or communication at the 300- and 400- level.

COMM 102 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in interpersonal communication meets the course standard through one of following three routes:

1. Meets the Communication discipline standard, or

2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g. social work, counseling, sociology, psychology); or

3. Possesses an earned master's degree in secondary education with a concentration in speech, has 12 graduate credits in speech or communication and 12 undergraduate credits in speech or communication at the 300- and 400- level.

COMM 201 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 201 meets the course standard through one of two routes:

1. Meets the Communication discipline standard; or

2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., public relations, journalism, marketing, advertising, telecommunications).

COMM 202 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 202 meets the course standard through one of two routes:

1. Meets the Communication discipline standard; or

2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., counseling, organizational psychology).

COMM 203 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 203 meets the course standard through one of two routes:

1. Meets the Communication discipline standard; or

2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., theatre, performance studies).

COMM 204 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 204 meets the course standard through one of two routes:

1. Meets the Communication discipline standard, or

2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline

related to the course (e.g., speech pathology, theatre, performance studies).

COMM 211 Course Standard: A qualified faculty member in COMM 211 meets the course standard through one of two routes:

1. Meets the Communication discipline standard, or

2. Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., marketing, public relations, public affairs)

Other Requirements:

• Transcripts and/or relevant certifications/licenses required at time of hire
• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check

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.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.