Hinds Community College·Jackson, Mississippi
The instructor will teach undergraduate IST courses, manage grading and student records, and provide academic advising. They are also expected to participate in college committees, student recruitment efforts, and departmental program development.
Position Title: IST Adjunct Instructor
JOB TITLE: IST adjunct Instructor REPORTS TO: Technology Dean – Career and Technical Education DEPARTMENT: IST EXEMPT: Yes VICE PRESIDENT: Vice President of Career and Technical Education GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Required: Master's Degree with a minimum of eighteen semester hours in IST or related field, with a minimum of 18.0 graduate hours in programming.
Experience with teaching adults ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
Teach undergraduate classes in IST each term.
Advising of students.
Active participation in college committees.
Manage course grading and records management.
Contribute to department-wide program development and assessment.
Participate in student recruitment and retention efforts.
Participate in professional development activities and contribute to the general college community.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell.
The employee is frequently required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.
We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities.
We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results.
Mission Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.
Vision Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.
Values Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS: Integrity Diversity Excellence Accountability Leadership Stewardship In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities.
We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.
The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies: EEOC Compliance: The Office of Human Resources Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3396 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.edu.
Title IX: Vice President Student Services, Title IX Coordinator Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu.
Full Time/Part Time: Part time Position Type: Part Time
Job Classification: Faculty Scheduled Hours: 40
Candidates must hold a Master's degree with at least eighteen semester hours in an IST or related field, including 18 graduate hours in programming. Experience teaching adults is preferred.
Market context
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