The instructor is responsible for developing and revising instructional materials, presenting content in an organized manner, and evaluating student learning. They must also maintain student records and teach day, evening, weekend, or online classes as assigned.
The primary duty is effective teaching of college-level teacher education for the Gifted Education Teacher Education.
San Juan College may approve remote or hybrid work for adjunct employees within New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and Texas (states subject to change at any time). All requests for remote work must be approved in advance by the Dean and Human Resources. Remote work options for locations outside of the United States are not permitted. Essential Duties: This position reports to the Senior Director of Teacher Education and is responsible for developing and revising instructional materials; presenting material in an organized manner; evaluating student learning; maintaining student records; teaching day, evening, weekend, and on-line classes, as assigned; teaching at the main and/or satellite campuses, as assigned; maintaining a minimum of 1 office hour per week per assigned course; participating in Adjunct Professional Development activities; demonstrating and promoting the school values of: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
Successful candidates must have an active NMPED teaching license, a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in gifted education coursework from an accredited college or university. Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience.
Experience with traditional face-to-face, hybrid and online courses and the ability to use San Juan College’s Learning Management System (Canvas) as well as technology-enhanced curriculum.
Access to home internet, a personal computer, and telephone is required.
Candidates must hold an active NMPED teaching license and a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in gifted education. Prior teaching experience and proficiency with learning management systems like Canvas are preferred.
Market context
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