Advertised Position Title: Applicant Pool for Adjunct Faculty, English Job Description: This position requires teaching undergraduates, and applicants must provide evidence of teaching potential. Teaching faculty at Owens Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, demonstrating
professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. This position teaches college-level & pre-college level English Composition courses and English related courses. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Understanding of process based writing. Familiarilty with adult learning theory.
Familiarity with current pedagogical strategies that will enhance critical thinking with students. Effectively communicate with students on a regular basis. Provide students with regular feedback on progress. Ability to work in a collaborative environment. Ability to enhance instruction with use of technology. Effective classroom management. Essential Functions: ENGAGES IN OTHER DEPARTMENT-RELATED ACTIVITIES 1.
Attends Department and College workshops, training sessions, and development activities as needed. 2. Attends Department and College meetings as necessary. 3. Participates in student learning assessment activities. 4. Performs other departmental duties, as assigned. TEACHES CLASSES 1. Develops a syllabus for the class using the assigned syllabus shell, including designing an evaluation procedure that falls within the
parameters of the syllabus shell and creating a calendar of assignments in accordance with the course outline. 2. Prepares lesson plans and conducts classes during the scheduled times using the Department-approved text(s). 3. Follows Department guidelines for course content and best practices. 4. Meets classes on all scheduled dates during the assigned semester. 5. Meets classes on time and holds classes for their
fully allotted time. 6. If teaching online, respects the Owens Community College Standards for Web Instruction. 7. Uses appropriate classroom management techniques. 8. Uses appropriate means and methods of technology. CREATES AND MAINTAINS ASSIGNMENTS , EVALUATIVE MEASURES , AND RECORDS 1. Creates and evaluates assignments, evaluative measures, and activities appropriate to the class. 2. Assigns grades to student
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