Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities of Adjunct CPT Instructor
Teaches classes assigned each semester, prepares syllabi and distributes appropriately, evaluates students, and participates in course improvements and any required professional development. Creates, administers, grades, and maintains records for exams, projects, activities, and reports for the evaluation of students in each course. Advises students in relation to academic progress, participates in the evaluation and acquisition of instructional materials, audio-visual aids, support, and equipment needs, participates in the revision process as needed for the course(s) or curricula in a field or related area, and actively participates in student retention.
Minimum And Additional Requirements
Adjunct faculty teaching associate degree courses not designed for transfer to the baccalaureate degree: bachelor’s degree in the teaching discipline, or associate’s degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline. To teach certificate-only, credit or non-credit, courses, a faculty member must hold the following credentials: An associate’s degree with demonstrated competencies in the discipline/field OR have college or specialized training AND provide documented work experience in the field, or, where appropriate, documentation of licensure or certification in the field. Demonstrated knowledge of, and competency with, Microsoft (MS) Windows operating system and current MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, etc.). Demonstrated knowledge of, and competency with, MS Windows OS. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience teaching information technology (IT), networking, or computer service-related coursework is desired. Previous teaching experience in IT is a plus especially if it includes experience in a learning management system (LMS) such as Desire2Learn (D2L). Knowledge of principles and procedures pertaining to higher education, especially teaching methodologies. Knowledge of standard business practices and accepted protocol for areas of responsibility. Knowledge of college mission, goals and objectives and ability to relate these to areas of responsibility. Ability to supervise and coordinate the classroom and related instructional activities of students. Ability to establish good working relationships with alumni, businesses, students, faculty, and others in the college community. Ability to interpret and apply all related laws.