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Adjunct faculty teach department courses on a part-time basis and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College.  Adjunct faculty report to the Department Chair for their discipline. Adjunct faculty are responsible for preparing lesson plans, teaching aids, and instructional materials or activities for class. Adjunct faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject;
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s);
• Prepares course syllabi and outcomes;
• Encourages student participation;
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s);
• Evaluates students’ performance based on course learning outcomes;
• Establishes and maintains an organized and disciplined classroom environment;
• Is responsive to students and provides students with assistance and guidance;
• Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment;
• Adheres to all College, Department, as well as applicable County policies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Candidates must be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment. Good knowledge of field of specialization; knowledge of or experience in implementing a variety of teaching strategies; awareness of the value of technology as a tool for teaching; experience with computerized student record management; ability to develop educational programs; ability to teach effectively at the college level; initiative and resourcefulness; industrious and dependable; ability to get along well with others; effective communication skills; experience teaching a diverse student body; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in area of specialization plus 30 hours of appropriate advanced study.  MA from an accredited Department of Psychology desired; cognitive, social, developmental research or clinical experience preferred; Ph.D. preferred. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Please attach unofficial transcripts with your application to be considered.  Official transcripts will be required for successful candidates within 30 days of hire.