Adjunct Instructor for Visual Communications - Drawing I Job at Delaware Technic

Adjunct Instructor for Visual Communications - Drawing I

Position Title: Adjunct Instructor for Visual Communications - Drawing I

Position Number: TBD

Position Type: Temporary Part-Time

Hiring Location: Terry Campus-Dover, DE

Contact Phone Number: 302-857-1290

Contact Email Address: terry-jobs@dtcc.edu

Work Location: Terry Campus-Dover, DE

Position Specific Details: Provide instruction for the following course: Drawing I (VSC 109). Tuesday and Thursday 10AM – 12:30PM and/or Tuesday/Thursday 1PM-3:30PM.

Salary: $42.50/hour

Summary Statement: An incumbent is responsible for implementing curricula, instructing assigned courses consistent with syllabi, evaluating student learning, and fostering student success.

Nature and Scope: An incumbent in this class typically reports to the Dean of Instruction through an Instructional Director, Department Chairperson, or Program Coordinator. An incumbent is expected to plan, organize, and instruct in a manner to promote and direct successful student learning in keeping with the College’s values and goals.

Principal Accountabilities

1. Plan, organize, and instruct courses as assigned by the Department Chairperson/supervisor, utilizing effective and engaging instructional strategies, the learning management system (LMS), appropriate communication, classroom management, leadership skills, and instructional/educational technology to promote student success.
2. Demonstrate sound practices in instruction and classroom management that respond to students’ diverse academic needs.
3. Follow the prescribed course outline and use texts selected by the department plus other supplemental material the Department Chairperson deems appropriate.
4. Provide instruction according to the class meeting schedule and instructional hours established for the session and delivery method (face-to-face, hybrid, web-enhanced, or online). Notify the Department Chairperson of the necessity of cancelling any class meeting prior to the class or in emergencies as soon thereafter as possible.
5. Assist students toward the successful completion of course(s) by providing outreach, guidance, and timely feedback.
6. Make oneself accessible and available to answer students’ questions in a timely manner.
7. Adhere to College policies and procedures relating to employment, academic matters, student behavior, and the Academic Calendar. Maintain adequate and timely student records (e.g. grades are posted in the LMS in a timely fashion). Evaluate and report students’ progress and attendance in a timely manner.
8. Encourage students’ completion of the course evaluation form, review course evaluation summaries, and develop a plan for improvement, as appropriate.
9. Attend and participate in various College meetings for the purpose of orientation, professional development, or other departmental or operational activity as assigned.
10. Perform other related duties as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of sound instructional techniques and methods.
Knowledge of relevant subject matter in the incumbent’s discipline/department.
Knowledge of computers and instructional methodology.
Knowledge of theoretical foundations of learning and instruction as applied to the face-to-face, hybrid, and distance learning environments.
Knowledge and understanding of competency-based learning.
Ability to use teaching strategies that will promote successful learning by addressing different learning styles and strategies.
Ability to use assessment to enhance learning.
Ability to understand, evaluate, and make appropriate use of instructional technology.
Ability to form an inclusive environment that respects diverse talents and ways of learning.
Ability to understand and maintain a commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with a diverse population in a multicultural environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Four (4) years of relevant experience.

Posting Number: REG4440PO

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 01/13/2025

Open Date: 11/07/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts
• First Letter of Reference
• Second Letter of Reference

Optional Documents:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy
• Writing Sample
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other Document
• Multi Media