"Humanities Adjunct Instructor-Online"

Job Description

Working Title

Humanities Adjunct Instructor-Online

Position Status

Part Time

Department

School of Liberal Arts and Education

General Summary

Teach courses in the Humanities Program and assist the department in its endeavor to support the mission of Odessa College.

Specific Position Duties

Teach assigned courses in the curriculum; Teach web classes as requested, using a variety of instructional technologies including BlackBoard and TechSmith Relay. Assist with recruitment, advising, and retention activities as well as participate in various departmental and campus-wide committees; Maintain up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field; Utilize appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners; Provide students with written expectations in such matters as syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, graded evaluations, etc.; Administer tests which are appropriate to course content; By ways and means of instructing students, affirm the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn; Maintain an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the web classroom, which encourages the free exchange of ideas while defending academic honesty and objectivity; Prepare adequately for class and devote appropriate time to web instruction-related activities; Deliver material in a clear and understandable manner; and address student concerns in comments, questions, and input, both in class and via posted office hours, timely electronic communication, and other suitable means.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Masters degree in Humanities, English, Literature, or a related field or a Masters degree with 18 graduate hours in Humanities, English, Literature, or a related field from an accredited institution;
2. Computer Literacy;
3. Experience teaching in the Online Environment;
4. Oral/written communication skills needed to deal effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds;
5. Documented commitment to teaching excellence; and
6. Documented experience with Student Success.

Posting Number

A00500P

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://jobs.odessa.edu/postings/5753

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