Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Blackboard, Canvas, Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Disability Accommodations, Educational Technology, Interpersonal Skills, Learning Management System (LMS), Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Theater, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
Department: Theater
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Community College department of Theater is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach Theater class(es) winter semesters on our Grand Rapids campus.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.
Adjunct needs are determined on a semester by semester basis, as are the number of sections offered each semester. GRCC classes are held at a variety of times, Monday through Saturday in different modalities such as Hybrid, Online & Virtual. For semester start and end dates, see GRCC's Academic Calendar.
Requisition ID: 552
Employee Group:https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty/adjunct-faculty-pay-rateshttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty
Schedule: Fall Semester
Compensation: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty/adjunct-faculty-pay-rates
Reports to: Associate Dean - School of Liberal Arts
Posting Opens: 10/30/2024
Posting Closes: Open until filled
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Theater.
• Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members:
• Follow the required syllabus template.
• Use the required textbook as determined by the department.
• Meet classes during the time scheduled and for the appropriate length of time required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• State course outcomes clearly at the beginning of the course and state the criteria and procedures for evaluating student attainment of these objectives.
• Promote an intellectually stimulating atmosphere in the classroom which is conducive to the attainment of high academic achievement and stated course outcomes.
• Keep accurate student academic records.
• Report grades by contractual deadline.
• Make reasonable accommodations as approved by the Disability Support Services to meet students' needs and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Follow College policy on the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Make all reasonable efforts to respond to communication in a timely manner and provide reasonable means for student access to course information.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Qualifications
• Master's degree in Theater or related field from an accredited institution required.
• Teaching experience at a community college preferred.
Skills
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area and a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population and faculty team.
• Proficiency in using instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas, Blackboard).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Physical Demands
• Some evening work (grading, preparing for class, responding to email questions) will be needed.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Mental Demands
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