Communication Adjunct Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement; 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.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• 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 and 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.
• Use Learning Management System (e.g. Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
• Perform all instructional duties to facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Submit requested information within established timelines.
• Deal with student concerns; consult with program chair to resolve issues.
• Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course.
• Notify program chair in event of any emergency.

We are looking for adjuncts to fill the following roles/teach the following courses:
Web Design & Social Media - Needed for Fall
Photography II (Photoshop) - Needed for Spring

Vector Graphics

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. Adjunct faculty contracts are typically issued for one academic semester (16 weeks); Visual Communication courses meet in person at Ivy Tech Sellersburg.

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 REQUIREMENTS:

A qualified faculty member in visual communications meets all the following criteria:

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, and
• Has a portfolio that demonstrates significant involvement as a practicing artist, graphic designer, web designer, photographer, videographer, or animator, and has one of the following:
  • Professional certification in the field; or
  • Five years of industry related work experience, or
  • Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program.

VISC 1XX Course Standard

A qualified faculty member teaching VISC 1XX meets the course standard in one of two ways:

• Meets the Visual Communication program standard, or
• Possesses a portfolio that demonstrates significant involvement as a practicing designer, and two of the following:
  • An earned associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution
  • five years of industry related work experience
  • Holds a current Workplace Specialist License granted by the Indiana Department of Education in a directly related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The preferred qualifications might include demonstratable portfolio-work experience with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, photography, publication design, print design, and/or vector graphics.

Unofficial Academic Transcripts and Cover Letter required as a part of the application submission. Official Academic Transcripts required at the time of hire sent directly from the issuing institution to the Office of Human Resources.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:Program Chair, Department Chair, or Dean

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.