Adjunct - English

Job Description ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In-person classes Preparing, instructing, and grading all class coursework; Assigning final grades; Assist students with grade issues, answer questions, and maintain appropriate levels of communication. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Required: Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in English, or a Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate hours in English; Excellent communication skills both oral and written; Proven teaching skills with the ability to convey basic concepts and theories in a practical and comprehensible way; Ability to recognize and to respond to students from culturally diverse backgrounds as well as the willingness to make students active partners in the teaching/learning process; Computer literacy and experience using computers in classroom with a willingness to apply technology and innovative approaches to the teaching of specific discipline. Preferred: Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution in English; Two to five years teaching experience in a post-secondary institution; All instructors must meet the appropriate credentialing requirements for the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools (SACS). SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Instructing assigned classes; grading all quizzes, tests, and written assignments; Assigning final grades and delivering grades and grade justification sheets; Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students; Maintaining a safe and effective classroom environment; Participating in department, division, and general adjunct faculty meetings; Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires an ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and to present oral lectures/demonstrations, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. Some lifting of computer and electronic equipment may be required. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College. Classification Adjunct Supervisory No FLSA Exempt Yes Employment Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Compensation and Application Deadline Credit rate $690.00 - $775.00 | Open until filled | Commensurate with Degree/Experience Level Indian River State College serves Florida’s Treasure Coast as the four-county region’s premier provider of post-secondary education. A comprehensive public institution, IRSC offers short-term career training, two-year Associate Degrees and Bachelor’s Degree programs. The College’s combination of quality, affordability and convenience attracts more than 30,000 students annually. Every aspect of IRSC is focused on helping students succeed. We appreciate your interest in IRSC and thank you for considering IRSC as your career choice. IRSC EEO/Equal Access Policy Indian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For instructions on how to apply, please click here.