Adjunct Instructor - English

Description

Schedule - Class schedule works well even if you already have a daytime job

Work from Home (WFH) - Remote work must be performed while residing in California or New Mexico

CIAT

Location:

San Diego, CA and Albuquerque, NM

Reports to
:
Dean of Education (DOE)

Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Type
:
Variable-Hour (Part-Time)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching:

• Available to teach synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize online student learning and engagement
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students

Mastery of Subject Matter:

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline
• Connect their subject matter with related fields
• Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, through involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops

Adhering to College Policies and Procedures:

• Ensure Student Database is fully updated and accurate at all times regarding student attendance and grade record information
• Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instructional and the quality of education, scheduled class hours requirements and CIAT policies and procedures
• Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in the implementation of new projects, ideas, etc.
• Adhere to the CIAT business casual attire. Please refer to the CIAT Employee Handbook for the complete policy. Clothing should be neat, clean, and without rips and holes. We can accommodate CIAT polo t-shirts

Requirements

• Appropriate credential, license, or certification
• Information Technology Instructors must provide official transcripts of Master’s degree and active/current certification on the subject being taught
• General Education Instructors must provide official transcripts of bachelor's and master's (or higher) degrees that include at least 18 units on the subject being taught
• At least three years’ experience in the respective field OR two years of teaching experience
• Must be from an accredited institution
• Advanced subject matter expertise preferred with a commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with developments in the field
• Effective presentation skills, communication and technology skills
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as learning technologies such as Canvas
• Work independently with minimal supervision, with a high level of dependability
• Ability to multitask
• Problem solves rapidly and effectively, in a timely manner
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
• Knowledge of current trends, best practices, and didactic approaches in higher education
• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging and effective lesson plans that meet the diverse needs of students
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey information and interact with students, colleagues, and others
• Possess high ethical standards, being an example of professionalism to others
• Compliance with all college policies, procedures, and regulations, including those related to academic integrity, student conduct, and instructional delivery
• Must be able to embody CIAT’s mission, vision and values

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a variable hour position. Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday, but weekend and evening hours are required. Live classes are scheduled twice a week, on Monday and Tuesday from 6:00pm-9:30pm PT.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Values

Values such as integrity, excellence, customer service, teamwork and mutual respect are some of those…