Published: Nov 05, 2024 - The Adjunct Instructor utilizes effective classroom management techniques and assessment mechanisms to ensure all students are presented with materials necessary for meeting course objectives. This position engages in faculty development activities, adheres to federal and state regulations, and maintains professional certifications to enhance educational outcomes. This role supports a collaborative teaching environment, valuing professional feedback and fostering positive relationships among educational stakeholders.
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1. Adjunct Instructor, Meridian College, Tallahassee, FL
Job Summary:
- Participating in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation
- Use teaching strategies based on educational theory and evidence-based practice
- Provide resources to students that help meet individual learning needs
- Participate in the evaluation of the program outcomes
- Evaluate and counsel students and engage in scholarship
- Test development and analysis
- Participate in school and institutional committees and activities, leadership activities and professional development
- Assist HSCP program staff in communicating department and program information each semester with approved high school instructors
- Visit approved high school instructors on-site and present discipline-specific lectures on an annual basis as scheduled with the assistance of the HSCP staff.
- Annually review course syllabus in preparation for required on-campus in-service for approved high school instructors.
- Assist HSCP Program Director in planning and conducting in-service(s) and workshop(s) opportunities.
- Attend HSCP program conference and faculty liaison meetings providing professional development opportunities and encourage on-campus colleagues in the discipline to attend same.
Skills on Resume:
- Curriculum Design (Hard Skills)
- Instructional Expertise (Hard Skills)
- Resource Allocation (Soft Skills)
- Program Assessment (Hard Skills)
- Student Evaluation (Hard Skills)
- Professional Engagement (Soft Skills)
- Communication (Soft Skills)
- Mentorship (Soft Skills)
2. Adjunct Instructor, Southern Ridge University, Albany, NY
Job Summary:
- Attendance at one-on-one meetings with the Program Director.
- Development of curriculum with the school faculty and Program Director and assessment of curriculum with the school faculty, Program Director, and other college administration.
- Development of coursework and updating course materials to keep courses at the leading edge of knowledge in the disciplines.
- Engaging in on-going personal professional and faculty development.
- Providing student support for every aspect of learning in the form of regular office hours, tutorial assistance, coaching and career and academic assistance and advice.
- Teaching Project Management courses and teaching of courses
- Hold office hours, grade papers, mentor students and adhere to the University standards.
- Review, evaluate, and provide feedback to students in the practicum skills portion of the program.
- Upload feedback to students using technology systems.
- Provide academic support and advice to students to include but not limited to using distance education technologies, appointment schedulers, and email
Skills on Resume:
Curriculum Development (Hard Skills)
- Course Material Design (Hard Skills)
- Professional Development (Soft Skills)
- Student Support (Soft Skills)
- Teaching Proficiency (Hard Skills)
- Academic Assessment (Hard Skills)
- Technological Proficiency (Hard Skills)
- Academic Advising (Soft Skills)
3. Adjunct Instructor, Maplewood Community College, Des Moines, IA
Job Summary:
- Utilize classroom, and student assessment mechanisms, and classroom management techniques to provide an engaged classroom experience to students.
- Ensure that each student has been presented with the material to successfully meet the learning objectives of each course within a student’s program of study
- Ensure that instructional materials and equipment are ready for student use, sufficient in quantity, are properly maintained and in working order prior to class time
- Participate in ongoing faculty assessment and professional development activities to ensure an active and engaged classroom experience for all students, maintain required certification and license
- Actively participate in meetings, review and analyze assessment data, compile reports, and meet academic and administrative deadlines
- Ensure campus compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory bodies’ guidelines, along with internal policies of the company
- Participate in accreditation needs, including but not limited to DEAC
- Perform other duties commensurate with the functions and level of the position.
- Value other’s professional opinions and time, yet willing to give the time necessary for feedback and discussion
- Promote and sustain positive working relationships among the cooperating teachers, building administrators and teacher candidates
Skills on Resume:
- Classroom Management (Hard Skills)
- Instructional Delivery (Hard Skills)
- Resource Management (Hard Skills)
- Professional Development (Soft Skills)
- Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Regulatory Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Accreditation Coordination (Hard Skills)
- Relationship Building (Soft Skills)
4. Adjunct Instructor, Pioneer Institute, Boulder, CO
Job Summary:
- Attend all professional development and training sessions for University Supervisors as indicated by the School of Education
- Attend all required School of Education meetings as indicated by the School of Education
- Provide constructive support and suggestions to assist each teacher candidate’s professional growth
- Observe, coach, and evaluate teacher candidates’ performance in student teaching/practicums
- Conduct multiple or 5 site visits over the 15-week placement for observations, coaching, and evaluation, three - six site visits for student teachers
- Complete all School of Education required documentation by indicated deadlines
- Question activities and teaching strategies that assist the teacher candidate in reflecting on teaching lesson and broadening own self-evaluation
- Demonstrate and reflect knowledge of effective instructional practices in the classroom
- Participate in problem-solving and remain flexible in seeking solutions
- Promote instructional strategies approved by the School of Education that can reach a wide variety of learners, as well as expect higher-level thinking skills
- Respect the cultural implications and expectations of the partnering schools that the teacher candidates are placed
Skills on Resume:
- Professional Development Participation (Soft Skills)
- Meeting Attendance (Soft Skills)
- Mentorship (Soft Skills)
- Performance Evaluation (Hard Skills)
- Documentation Management (Hard Skills)
- Reflective Questioning (Soft Skills)
- Problem Solving (Soft Skills)
- Cultural Competence (Soft Skills)
5. Adjunct Instructor, Horizon Technical College, Salem, OR
Job Summary:
- Active supervision of student testing in the laboratory.
- Assist with preparation, instruction and evaluation in lab courses.
- Preparation and calibration of equipment for department research.
- Individual and group fitness testing and personal training.
- Help to plan, promote and administer programs offered by the lab (e.g. CU on the Scale Weight Loss Program & Boot Camp).
- Perform daily and weekly equipment calibration and assist with necessary laboratory maintenance activities.
- Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives.
- Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports.
- Accepts direction and feedback from supervisor and follows through appropriately.
- Assists with recruitment retention and job placement efforts.
Skills on Resume:
- Supervision (Soft Skills)
- Instructional Support (Hard Skills)
- Equipment Management (Hard Skills)
- Fitness Assessment (Hard Skills)
- Program Management (Soft Skills)
- Maintenance Proficiency (Hard Skills)
- Student Evaluation (Hard Skills)
- Administrative Competence (Hard Skills)
6. Adjunct Instructor, Greenfield University, Madison, WI
Job Summary:
- Prepares and delivers lecture and/or lab course material.
- Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for general core courses.
- Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives.
- Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports.
- Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work
- Operates effectively within the organizational structure
- Demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.
- Accepts direction and feedback from supervisor and follows through appropriately.
- Assists with recruitment retention and job placement efforts.
- Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for general core courses.
Skills on Resume:
- Curriculum Development (Hard Skills)
- Instructional Planning (Hard Skills)
- Student Assessment (Hard Skills)
- Documentation Management (Hard Skills)
- Work Ethic (Soft Skills)
- Organizational Navigation (Soft Skills)
- Integrity (Soft Skills)
- Receptiveness to Feedback (Soft Skills)
7. Adjunct Instructor, Northern Plains College, Sioux Falls, SD
Job Summary:
- Provides career-oriented instruction and support to students to assist them in the development and/or improvement of Industrial Machine Technology skills
- Provides quality instruction by using effective lesson plan development and strategies
- Fosters positive student and community relations
- Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements
- Integrates subject area with other related curricula
- Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies
- Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process
- Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment
- Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed
- Design, develop and maintain training materials aligned with the client's priorities and needs.
Skills on Resume
- Career-Oriented Instruction (Hard Skills)
- Lesson Plan Development (Hard Skills)
- Community Engagement (Soft Skills)
- Record Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- Curriculum Integration (Hard Skills)
- Professional Ethics (Soft Skills)
- Collaborative Work (Soft Skills)
- Material Development (Hard Skills)
8. Adjunct Instructor, Seaside University, Santa Cruz, CA
Job Summary:
- Curriculum modules, videos, tutorials, and instructor guides, collateral for online courses, multimedia, and online delivery.
- Identify course objectives and assess the most effective online instructional method to achieve goals
- Assess existing course content and revise it to provide a consistent and engaging user experience
- Develop new online course content on a weekly basis
- Assess existing online resources, revise content, and put into a consistent template
- Develop and/or edit video resources
- Teaching introductory theories and techniques of puppetry
- Providing students with experience constructing and operating puppets for use in performance, recreational, and educational settings
- Guiding students through the development of puppet strategies and skills, in both traditional and non-traditional environments, including theatres, schools, churches and other community settings.
- Instruct undergraduate students in the field of expertise.
Skills on Resume:
- Content Development (Hard Skills)
- Instructional Design (Hard Skills)
- Content Revision (Hard Skills)
- Video Production (Hard Skills)
- Teaching Puppetry Techniques (Hard Skills)
- Puppet Construction Guidance (Hard Skills)
- Community Engagement (Soft Skills)
- Undergraduate Instruction (Hard Skills)
9. Adjunct Instructor, Red River Institute, Wichita Falls, TX
Job Summary:
- Achieving course learning outcomes through instruction and team management.
- Holding meetings with teams, and responding to emails and grading all deliverables in a timely fashion (rubrics are provided to assist with grading).
- Serving as a course “manager” by providing guidance to project teams in a highly interactive environment.
- Plan lectures and assignments.
- Assess grades for students based upon performance in class, assignments and exams.
- Attending all meetings and class sessions, including kickoff and end-of-semester meetings with the instructional team.
- Planning and teaching curriculum for assigned classes and/or laboratories.
- Lecture on a number of topics and assign homework.
- Promote discussions among students
- Counsel and advise students concerning coursework or overall educational program.
- Serve as a mentor and role model on academic and career issues.
- Become familiar with and comply with applicable provisions of the Faculty & Staff Handbook
Skills on Resume:
- Instructional Management (Hard Skills)
- Communication Efficiency (Soft Skills)
- Team Leadership (Soft Skills)
- Lecture Planning (Hard Skills)
- Grading (Hard Skills)
- Meeting Attendance (Soft Skills)
- Student Counseling (Soft Skills)
- Policy Compliance (Soft Skills)