PT - Adjunct Faculty, Journalism

Arizona Western College

Yuma, AZ

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SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Content Delivery/Distribution, Course Administration, Course Coordination, Educational Technology, Establish Priorities, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Journalism, Learning Management System (LMS), Materials Management, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Records Management, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Technical Strategy, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, University/School Policies, Vehicle Fleets, Willing to Travel, eLearning

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Yuma, AZ

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PT - Adjunct Faculty, Journalism

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

Summary of Function: The adjunct faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, incorporating relevant classroom technology, and ensuring course content is up to date. Key responsibilities include fostering a supportive classroom environment, staying informed about developments within their field, maintaining accurate records, fostering and submitting reports on time, communicating professionally, and adhering to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.

Typical Duties:

Serves students by fulfilling the institution's Student Experience Statement.
Provides instruction using appropriate strategies that demonstrate teaching excellence through evidence-based practices that foster student learning. Effectively integrates instructional and classroom technology to enhance teaching and learning.
Develops, plans, and delivers course content, administers assessments, and provides feedback and grades to students through the learning management system. Ensures that course content and materials are updated and aligned with current curriculum goals, student learning outcomes, and course objectives.
Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time, including grades and attendance, in accordance with institutional requirements, utilizing designated reporting tools.
Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of best instructional practices and remain current in the assigned academic field, related occupational areas, and technologies.
Offers academic support and fosters a classroom environment that engages learning at all levels.
Responds to correspondence in a timely, thoughtful, and professional manner.
Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

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.

Position Type & Work 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
Instructional days and times are dependent upon semester course schedule and institutional need

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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
Skill in 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
Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one's own time
Skill and proficiency in planning and delivering engaging and effective instruction
Skill in creating and grading assessments that accurately measure student learning
Strong organizational skills to manage course materials, records, and administrative tasks
Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
Ability to utilize appropriate instructional strategies and educational technology for various modalities
Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Ability to provide assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive manner
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA guidelines
Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public
Ability to provide instruction for all levels of learners including foundation or introductory courses
Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
Ability to address and resolve issues related to teaching and student learning
Ability to efficiently manage time to balance teaching, preparation, and administrative duties
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and the public

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

Physical Demands:

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

Travel:

May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation, and as needed to support department and institutional needs
Travel to additional campus locations to support instructional delivery and assignment

Note:

Location may vary and include any AWC campus, AWC designated site, or remote
Not Benefits Eligible
Instruction assignment dependent upon departmental and/or institutional needs
Faculty may be asked to teach on various campuses, via in-person, online, hybrid, and virtual learning environments, as directed by the needs of the institution for a given semester
Course scheduling may include daytime, evenings, and/or weekends
The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified
The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice

POSTING DATE: May 22, 2025

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

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