PT - Adjunct Faculty, Agriculture

PT - Adjunct Faculty, AgricultureSalary: $810 per equated load hour (most courses are 3-4 eq. load hours)Summary of Function: The adjunct faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, incorporating relevant classroom technology, and ensuring course content is up to date. Key responsibilities include fostering a supportive classroom environment, staying informed about developments within their field, maintaining accurate records, fostering and submitting reports on time, communicating professionally, and adhering to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.Typical Duties: Serves students by fulfilling the institution’s Student Experience Statement. Provides instruction using appropriate strategies that demonstrate teaching excellence through evidence-based practices that foster student learning. Effectively integrates instructional and classroom technology to enhance teaching and learning.Develops, plans, and delivers course content, administers assessments, and provides feedback and grades to students through the learning management system. Ensures that course content and materials are updated and aligned with current curriculum goals, student learning outcomes, and course objectives.Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time, including grades and attendance, in accordance with institutional requirements, utilizing designated reporting tools.Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of best instructional practices and remain current in the assigned academic field, related occupational areas, and technologies.Offers academic support and fosters a classroom environment that engages learning at all levels.Responds to correspondence in a timely, thoughtful, and professional manner.Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assignedRequired Qualifications: Master’s degree in the discipline, OR Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline OR Master’s degree in any discipline with three years of full-time work experience related to the course(s) taughtORBachelor’s degree with an industry recognized license or certification and three years of full-time work experience, OR Bachelor's degree with a current Arizona teaching certificate in the discipline and three full-time years teaching in the content area, ORMeet qualifications as outlined under institutional procedure, .Position Type & Work Schedule:Part-time, Adjunct FacultyUp to 19 hours per week or 8 equated load per semester; assignment time or load dependent upon institutional needInstructional days and times are dependent upon semester course schedule and institutional needKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and proceduresIn-depth knowledge of the academic discipline being taughtKnowledge and understanding of effective teaching methods and learning theoriesKnowledge of curriculum design and assessment practicesKnowledge of and ability to effectively utilize instructional technologies and learning platforms including learning management systemSkill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software and applications especially those specific to the department operationsSkill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one’s own timeSkill and proficiency in planning and delivering engaging and effective instructionSkill in creating and grading assessments that accurately measure student learningStrong organizational skills to manage course materials, records, and administrative tasksAbility to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or developmentAbility to utilize appropriate instructional strategies and educational technology for various modalitiesAbility to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environmentAbility to provide assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive mannerAbility to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional mannerAbility to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA guidelinesAbility to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the publicAbility to provide instruction for all levels of learners including foundation or introductory coursesAbility to build positive relationships with students and colleaguesAbility to address and resolve issues related to teaching and student learningAbility to efficiently manage time to balance teaching, preparation, and administrative dutiesAbility to prioritize and meet deadlinesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and the publicWork Environment:Inside classroom, lab, or office environment with normal noise and lighting levelsOutside instructional or lab area, if applicable to the academic field or content areaPhysical Demands:Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerProlonged periods of standingMay lift, carry, push, and/or pull light (at least 5 pounds) amounts of weightOccasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twistTravel:May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation, and as needed to support department and institutional needsTravel to additional campus locations to support instructional delivery and assignmentNote:Location may vary and include any AWC campus, AWC designated site, or remoteNot Benefits EligibleInstruction assignment dependent upon departmental and/or institutional needsFaculty may be asked to teach on various campuses, via in-person, online, hybrid, and virtual learning environments, as directed by the needs of the institution for a given semesterCourse scheduling may include daytime, evenings, and/or weekendsThe statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classifiedThe institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without noticePOSTING DATE: June 11, 2025APPLICATION PROCEDURE:The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.Completed ApplicationResume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)Unofficial TranscriptsADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:Arizona Western CollegeHuman ResourcesPhone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629Email: ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER