Columbus State Community College·Columbus, Ohio
The adjunct instructor is responsible for delivering quality French language instruction and maintaining a positive, inclusive learning environment. They must also manage curriculum oversight, assess student performance, and provide academic support to students.
The Adjunct position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with major emphasis placed on teaching, supporting and evaluating students. The Adjunct role provides instruction and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair, or other leadership members. The incumbent must exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people with complicated material.
Instruction & Student Learning
Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
Distributes and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.
Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.
Student Engagement & Advisement
Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
Uses technology to assist in communication with students.
Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.
• Master's Degree in French
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).
CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
$56.88 per contact hour
Contact Hour: Two hours equals one contact hour
Hours: Maximum of 12 contact hours per week
Full Time/Part Time: Part time
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in French or a related field with at least 18 graduate-level credits in French. Strong organizational skills and the ability to engage students with complex material are required.
Market context
In Ohio, adjunct French roles are typically driven by course enrollment and program scheduling, so openings can be limited and competitive. Candidates with a master’s degree and 18 graduate-level French credits are often strongest, especially if they can show clear classroom organization and student engagement. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight graduate coursework and teaching examples.
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