Adjunct Professor, English/Integrated Reading and Writing Job at Temple College

Location : 2600 South First Street Temple, TX

Job Type: Part-Time (Faculty)

Job Number: 00255

Division: Liberal Arts

Department: Academic Foundations

Opening Date: 09/01/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Exempt

Salary Grade: Faculty

Work Schedule: Schedule to be determined by department chair in accordance with the Faculty Load Policy. May include hours beginning at 8:00 AM, early afternoon, or evening hours.This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.

Position Summary & Essential Duties

The following duties and responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision from the departmental chair, the incumbent teaches courses as assigned. Teaches co-mingled classes with Developmental/non-TSI Complete and TSI Complete students. Maintains regular office hours. Serves on committees when elected or appointed. Cultivates a healthy teacher-student relationship. Makes recommendations regarding curriculum changes, text selection, and content revision. Makes written recommendations to the Department Chair regarding curriculum additions, deletions, assessments, and revisions. Prepares course syllabi in subject area and formulates stated objectives for each course. Suggests books and instructional materials to be purchased by the Library and Media Center. Instructs Distance Ed and Dual Credit Courses as assigned. May include instruction at satellite campuses.

Qualifications (Required and Preferred)

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):

Master's Degree in English or Master's Degree in any discipline with 18 graduate semester hours in English. Must meet any criteria specified by appropriate accrediting body. Two (2) years directly related work experience which is exclusive to tutoring, writing lab, classroom instruction, or any combination within these specific areas. Adjunct, part-time instructional experience, or part-time directly related work experience will be pro-rated but must equal two years. The candidate must submit evidence with their application illustrating at least one year, of the two-year requirement, of working with developmental or non-TSI complete students.

PREFERRED:

N/A

CERTIFICATION OR LICENSES:

Possess, or ability to obtain, a valid Texas Driver License.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will:

• Teach English and Integrated Reading and Writing classes as scheduled each semester which may include a summer session.
• Student composition in the English class will include a combination of developmental/non-TSI Complete and TSI-Complete students. The student composition of the Integrated Reading and Writing class will be developmental/non-TSI complete only.
• Be knowledgeable of contemporary pedagogical techniques which include methodologies for teaching developmental/non-TSI complete students.
• Use pedagogically appropriate strategies to help students develop and improve English, reading, writing, and grammar skills.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions by presenting scenarios, videos, asking questions, or multiple techniques.
• Engage students in active learning by immersing their focus and attention to the topic at hand utilizing various methodologies.
• Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships by adhering to college ethical standards and departmental guidelines and standards.
• Prepare and deliver lectures or appropriate classroom instructional techniques to undergraduate students.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers as appropriate to discipline.
• Collaborate with colleagues and departmental chair to incorporate innovative instructional methodology, book recommendation, develop instructional materials, and research issues.
• Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction as needed or as a part of the end of semester evaluation.
• Administer, compile, and grade examinations as assigned.
• Post office hours. Be accessible during this time. May be asked to be physically present during this time.
• Instruct Distance Ed, Virtual, Hybrid or Dual Credit courses as assigned. Dual Credit Courses may be held on high school/ISD campuses. Courses may be synchronous or asynchronous.
• Develop assessment techniques for specific discipline assigned.
• Enforce safety and security measures in the classroom and campus setting.
• Serve on assigned campus committees.
• Assist students with course and career counseling, as requested.
• Evidence excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Participate in and document professional development training.
• Perform administrative aspects of instruction by required deadlines.
• Focus on student success and active learning.
• Must have the required licensure to drive to or accessibility to transportation to satellite campuses or high school/ISD campuses as needed.
• Must be knowledgeable of and incorporate active learning strategies into classroom instruction.
• Develop a relative, understandable, and innovative syllabi and course material. May revise the syllabus as needed or at post semester assessment.
• Be knowledgeable of, incorporate and utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.
• Incorporate departmental best practices into the syllabus, classroom methodology or delivery.
• Be accessible to students for advisement and consultation. This may occur during non-office hours.
• Seek feedback during each semester to improve quality of teaching.
• Attend conferences, workshops, or programs to enhance professional growth and document the attendance in a personal portfolio or in a personnel file.
• Participate in academic/professional organizations.
• Develop and implement innovative course content into the classroom setting based on current pedagogy.
• Evidence a willingness to incorporate and document new concepts and theories in a personal portfolio or personnel file to enhance professional growth.
• Incorporate and present a diverse set of perspectives and ideas into course curriculum and classroom setting.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking to Incorporate innovative and problem-solving techniques within the classroom, the department, and the institution.
• Demonstrate respect and professionalism with supervisors, colleagues, and students.
• Foster collegiality within the department/division.
• Meet required completion and correct/timely submittal of administrative aspects of instructional responsibilities by the appropriate due date.
• Participate virtually or in-person in evaluation, recommendation, development, and/or revision of department instruction/curriculum.
• Contribute to growth of the college by active involvement on task forces or committees.
• Demonstrate and document in a personal portfolio or personnel file of participation in activities that contribute to the growth of the community.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION:

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies for developmental/non-TSI complete students.
• Knowledge of teaching and instructional delivery for individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of pedagogical practices relevant to discipline.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and departmental strategies.
• Knowledge of the appropriate subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the respective discipline.
• Knowledge of electronic instructional delivery.
• Knowledge of applicable college hardware and software programs

SKILLS:

• Possess effective communication skills.
• Possess effective presentation skills.

ABILITIES:

• Ability to provide effective teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Ability to work with developmental/non-TSI complete students.
• Ability to engage students in the learning process.
• Ability to enable positive student learning outcomes
• Ability to work with a diverse population.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Primarily light physical activity is required with occasional lifting and manipulation of objects up to 25 pounds. Keyboarding and computer use. Use of audio/visual devices.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is normally performed in an interior/office work environment. Travel to offsite centers may be required. Travel may include local ISD campuses and/or College satellite campuses in Taylor and Hutto.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Schedule to be determined by department chair in accordance with the Faculty Load Policy. May include hours beginning at 8:00 AM, early afternoon, or evening hours.

This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.

HOURS REQUIRED PER WEEK:

As determined by department chair.

TRS/ORP:

TRS or ORP

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

None

DIRECT SUPERVISOR:

Departmental Chair

TEMPLE COLLEGE BENEFITS

• PAYROLL: Employees are paid by direct deposit through the last working day of the month. Wages for 16-week semesters are paid evenly over four months, and eight-week semesters are paid evenly over two months, with the first deposit occurring on the last working day of the first full month of the semester. Actual deposits are paid on the last working business day of the month. All benefit deductions are taken at that time.
• RETIREMENT: Temple College is one of the few community colleges in the state of Texas to be permitted Federal Social Security deductions. Temple College is a Section 218 employer.
• MISCELLANEOUS LEAVE: Jury Duty, Bereavement, Deteriorating weather, and Military training.
• WORKERS COMPENSATION: If an employee is injured on the job, Temple College, through its Worker Compensation Program, pays all authorized hospital, nursing, and physician's fees. Additional benefits may be available.