Adjunct - German

General Purpose and scope of Position: Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals, and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided.

Major Responsibilities:

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. *Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards. Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

A qualified faculty member in German meets the discipline credentialing standard through one of three routes:

• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in German language or German literature; or
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in any discipline with 18 graduate semester hours in German language or German literature courses;

or

• Is a native speaker of German with a master’s degree and the equivalent of two years secondary or post-secondary teaching experience in German or a related area (e.g. linguistics or another language).

Previous teaching experience using Canvas or similar LMS is preferred.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources