Adjunct – Fire Science
- Employer
- Columbus State Community College
- Location
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Oct 14, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Instructional Design & Technology, Other Education, Administrative, Student Affairs, Academic Advising & Academic Support Services
- Employment Level
- Adjunct
- Employment Type
- Part Time
Job Details
Job Description:
The Adjunct – Fire Science position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom with major emphasis placed on teaching, supporting, and evaluating students. The Adjunct role provides instruction and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair or other leadership members. The incumbent must exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people with complicated material.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Instruction & Student Learning
- Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
- Considers individual differences of students to support a range of appropriate learning activities.
- Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
- Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
- Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
- Maintains attendance records, determines, and submits grades timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
- Distributes and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporates departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements
- Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
- Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
- Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.
- Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
- Uses technology to assist in communication with students.
- Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
- Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion. Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.
- Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.
- Attend all department meetings and required trainings
- Five (5) years of full-time fire service experience with a career fire department inclusive of documented expertise in content area(s) relevant to the position or ten (10) years of fire service experience inclusive of documented curriculum development and instructional delivery expertise in content area(s) relevant to the position. *An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework and experience may qualify a candidate.
Compensation: $55.88 per contact hour
Contact Hour: Two hours equals one contact hour
Hours: Maximum of 12 contact hours per week
Full Time/Part Time:
Part time
Company
At Columbus State Community College, we pride ourselves in being Central Ohio’s front door to higher education and a leader in advancing our region’s prosperity. By joining our team, you will contribute to our mission to educate and inspire an entire community of learners. Together we can change lives and help our students achieve their goals.
Our Work Culture
We are teachers, administrators, and staff members committed to a common goal: student success. We believe that fulfilling lives are grounded in self-awareness and continuous learning. We embrace bold ideas, lead by action and example, and recognize that more can be accomplished together than alone. We believe that a community college needs to look like the community. With that in mind, we are a proud reflection of the demographics of Central Ohio, and we leverage the College’s rich diversity to strengthen our community and increase regional prosperity.
About the College
With an annual enrollment of 45,000 students, Columbus State Community College is the largest community college in Ohio and among the largest community colleges in the nation. The College offers more than 300 associate degrees and certificates, making it an entry point to higher education and the workforce.
This is possible in large part thanks to the 2,500 dedicated employees who share their knowledge and experience. In addition to the downtown Columbus campus and the Delaware campus, Columbus State has six Regional Learning Centers as well as Industry Sites and Educational Partner Sites located throughout the region.
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