Graduate Assistant Instructor Jobs in Oklahoma (NOW HIRING)

Position Information
Position Information (Default Section)
Posting Number
Adjunct_0401932
Classification Title
Adjunct Professor
Working Title
Medical Terminology Adjunct Instructor
Datatel Position ID
HEPR6ADJMETE1A
Annual Hours
As needed or assigned
Placement Range
$740 per Credit Hour
Position Type
Adjunct Faculty
Job Category
General Description
An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.
What position does this position report to?
Health Professions - Director of Operations
What position(s) reports to this position?
None
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor's Degree with three years experience in a health related or linguistic field.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of Medical Terminology
Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills
Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software
Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles
Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education
Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as MineOnline and Moodle)
Organization and attention to detail
Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system
Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers
Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit
Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts
Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups
Ability to be available for office hours and provide means of communication with supervisor(s) and/or the department or division office
Must be punctual
Must be reliable
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, administration, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.
This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer, other office equipment, and mobile devices to perform the essential functions of the position.
3. VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
4. WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position performs the essential functions in an indoor, classroom and office setting.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in a health related or linguistic field.
Required Training
Work Hours
This is on-campus and online appointments available - varies semester to semester - Day, evening and/or weekend as required by section assignment.
Department
Division of Health Prof.
Job Open Date
03/15/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
HR Contact
Brandon Thomas
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are to attach the required documents: cover letter, resume and transcript conferring a minimum of a Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in a health related or linguistic field.
Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.
For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Job Duties
Job Duties (Position Specific)
(The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)
An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/director agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom.
In addition to the primary responsibility for supporting student learning, an adjunct faculty member is expected to:
Manage program and course curricula by writing course syllabi.
Contribute to developing, implementing, and evaluating approved academic programs and developing new academic programs to meet community needs.
Fulfill course, program, and department goals and objectives.
Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department.
Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and College administrators.
Attend department, division, and College meetings as required.
Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline.
Maintain license or professional certification specific to program requirements.
Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments.
Support the College's vision, mission, goals, and priorities.
Course(s) this position may teach include:Medical Terminology
Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)
Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.
Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.
Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.
Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices.
Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation and shelter in place drills and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.