Adjunct Instructor, Geography/Geology

7 months ago

Joliet, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

Position Title:

Adjunct Instructor, Geography/Geology

Job Description:

POSITION: Adjunct Instructor, Geology/Geography
STATUS: Part-Time
DEPARTMENT: Natural Science/Physical Education
DIVISION: Academic Affairs
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
UNION: Adjunct Faculty
REPORTS TO: Department Chair
PLACEMENT: Adjunct Faculty
MINIMUM PAY RATE: Refer to the current adjunct faculty contract.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY
Adapt to new and changing situations and demonstrate a positive attitude. Demonstrate respect for students; understand learning styles and apply understanding to institution-related activities; demonstrate integrity and promote diversity and open communication. Fifteen credit hours a semester constitute a standard load. Course assignments may be late afternoon, evening, Saturday, and at branch campuses or satellite centers. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College faculty contract.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Teach Introductory Geology, Physical Geography, World Regional Geography, Human Geography, and/or Introductory Meteorology as needed.
2. Participate in course assessment and planning activities.
3. If credentialed, be willing to teach online and/or hybrid courses.
4. Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and learning.
5. Employ effective and innovative teaching methods in the classroom and laboratory.
6. Demonstrate strong understanding and commitment to the community college mission.
7. Teach at other campus sites as needed.
8. Meet other contractual obligations as spelled out in the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract.
9. Assist in assessment and curriculum data application.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master’s Degree in Geology, Geography or closely related field.
2. Credentialing, coursework, or experience related to Geology, Physical Geography, World Regional Geography, Human Geography, and/or Introductory Meteorology.
3. Three (3) years of teaching experience at the collegiate level.
4. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
5. Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Doctoral Degree in Geology or closely related field with the ability to teach Geology, Physical Geography, World Regional Geography, Human Geography, and/or Introductory Meteorology.
2. 3 years' experience at the community college level.
3. Expertise in appropriate technologies for instruction.
4. Experience in teaching online and/or using course management programs.
5. Experience in course development and assessment, planning, quality and accreditation processes, and committee service.
6. Experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.
7. Credentialed to teach online with Quality Matters experience.
8. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
9. Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
1. Normal classroom and laboratory (indoor and outdoor) physical demands.

WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Classroom and laboratory (indoor and outdoor) teaching environment.

PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WITH YOUR APPLICATION:

• Resume

• A cover letter with your interest in being considered for the position.

• Unofficial Transcripts (must be included)

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Union (If Applicable):

Scheduled Hours:

15

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