Ivy Tech Community College·Crawfordsville, Indiana
The adjunct faculty member is responsible for creating an effective learning environment, providing instruction, and assessing student progress according to common syllabi provided by the School. Duties include meeting all scheduled classes, using appropriate technology, maintaining records, and being available to students outside of class time.
Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be 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 by the School. This posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as Adjunct Instructors. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position.
Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook. Submits requested information within established timelines.
STUDENTS: Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.
INSTRUCTION: Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s). Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate. In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair.
Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, A qualified faculty member in speech and communication is one who has an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in speech or communication, or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in speech-related or communication-related courses. Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome. Ability to travel to teach in Frankfort and Crawfordsville when needed.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:
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Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
A qualified candidate must possess an earned master's or higher degree in speech or communication from a regionally accredited institution, or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in related courses. Employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment background checks, and the ability to travel to Frankfort and Crawfordsville for teaching may be required.
Market context
Adjunct communications roles in Indiana often draw applicants from higher education and related professional fields, especially when colleges need instructors who can teach speech or communication courses on flexible schedules. This role is competitive because the credential standard is specific, and candidates with an earned master’s degree in speech or communication, or a master’s plus 18 graduate semester credit hours in the field, are more likely to align quickly. Review the course standards carefully and confirm your graduate coursework before applying; the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.