PT-Adjunct Instructor - Dental Assisting Program

Adjunct Faculty Reports to:

Program/Department Chair Position Summary: Adjunct faculty members perform several roles and functions, each of which reflects the core competencies of their discipline. Those competencies include the following: 1) facilitate learning, 2) facilitate learner development and socialization, 3) use assessment and evaluation strategies, 4) function as a change agent and leader, 5) pursue continuous quality improvement in the educator role, and 6) function within the educational infrastructure, mission, and policies of the College/ Institute. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Facilitate Learning: - Faculty members are responsible for creating an environment in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings that facilitates student learning and the achievement of desired learning outcomes. Teach with the program in mind: Faculty must understand how, in the program of study, their assigned course supports both course and program level learning outcomes. Faculty scaffold learning to support improved outcomes in future program courses. Function within the educational infrastructure, mission, and policies of the College/Institution - Faculty members are knowledgeable about the educational environment, resources, and document integrity. Faculty are expected to work within and support the policies, mission, and cultural practices of the College/Institution. Adhere to all policies, procedures and Handbook(s). A commitment to on-time attendance at every assigned class, clinical, or lab they are responsible for. This also includes teaching the full allotted time for the assigned course. Adherence to course syllabus, content outline, class schedule and textbook use. Be available to advise students. Attendance at the all-hands and faculty meeting as required. Submit final grades by the last day of each term. Submit attendance and grades each week. Other assignments as requested by the Academic Leadership Team. Skills/Competencies/Qualifications: A minimum of masters’ degree with 15 semester credit hours from an accredited program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in the specialty field or content area in which they teach. Degree requirements may vary by program. A minimum of three years of work experience. Current knowledge in one’s area of responsibility. If applicable, a current license, certification or other credential if required by local, state and/or federal laws to work in the field, A commitment to teaching and helping students develop an abiding interest in education and a desire to help the college maintain the standards appropriate to an institution of higher education. Ability to maintain rapport with colleagues and students and to conduct themselves with a high level of professionalism. Documented knowledge of education, instructional delivery, adult learning required. Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and through learning technologies such as computers and e-mails. Ability to work with staff, faculty, students and the Academic Leadership Team. Classification: Exempt Work Hours: Schedule/hours will vary based upon course assignments. Travel: N/A Working Environment: Interior/Office Employee’s Signature

Pay: Up to $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23