Speech Communication Adjunct Instructor Job at SAE Institute North America in Ch

Overview

Reporting to the Director of Education, facilitate student learning toward the achievement of course and program learning outcomes. Teach, inspire, motivate, guide, support, and help students in courses and program. Continually improve instructional and professional skills. Update materials in support of SAE courses. Set high expectations for quality of work and raise the bar each time the course runs. Ensure that each student completes coursework that achieves the goal of the class and is done with quality and attention to detail. Comply fully with all policies, practices, and procedures of SAE Institute as outlined in the faculty handbook, catalog, procedures manuals, and faculty assignment agreement. This is a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor position with an ongoing contract renewal as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide education that aligns with the SAE model of curricula and delivery
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement
• Contribute to a learning culture by participating in academic advising, serving on curriculum committees, supporting campus events such as new student orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and collegiate meetings
• Manage the learning environment by keeping accurate records and enforcing college policies and procedures
• Post attendance within one hour of the end of class, assignment grades within one week of submission, and final grades within 48 hours of the end of the course
• Develop instructional plans to meet course competencies and develop course activities that support lesson objectives
• Effectively plan and prepare for classes and student success
• Contact and advise students who are at risk for attendance and/or academics to help provide support, and coordinate with Academic staff to effectively manage at-risk students
• Maintain, update, manage, and ensure accuracy of content on Learning Management System (Canvas) for all assigned courses
• Use the Learning Management System (Canvas) to effectively engage and communicate with students to supplement and support course and program learning outcomes
• Maintain instructor eligibility according to applicable federal, state, and accrediting regulations
• Abide by all SAE policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Key Relationships

• Director of Education and Campus Director
• Department of Academic and Student Services Team
• Campus staff
• Students

Key Result Areas

• 4-8 objectives with associated activities and KPIs (aligned with the performance plan)

Education and Qualifications

• Speech Communication Adjunct Instructor Qualifications: General education courses require a master’s degree with 18 semester credits or 24 quarter credits in the course area; e.g., to teach Mathematics, an instructor with a master’s in Environmental Science would need 18 semester credits in Mathematics

Competencies

• Expert knowledge of subject matter
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to foster a cooperative atmosphere
• Conflict resolution, time management, critical thinking
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions
• Familiarity with office software and posting attendance/grades accurately

Additional Information

• This is a Part-time & Temporary Position (Adjunct Faculty are paid by course or assignment each term) with an anticipated hiring rate of $4,000 per course. Working 29 hours per week or less, this position does not qualify for benefits, including health benefits, except those applicable by law including Paid Sick Leave and Paid Leave for all workers.
• Physical duties include sitting/standing for long periods, occasional lifting up to 25 pounds, and moving between locations.