Adjunct Instructor - Speech

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Job Title:  

Adjunct Instructor - Speech (Part-Time)

Agency:

Atlanta Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000002206

Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

LUMP SUM PER COURSE

Job Description:

Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic candidate for its Adjunct Instructor – Speech (Part-Time) position in the Arts and Sciences department of the Academic & Student Affairs Division.  This position is located on Atlanta Technical College’s Main campus, just South of downtown Atlanta, Ga.

Under general supervision of the Dean of Arts and Sciences, the Adjunct Instructor – Speech will be a part-time (adjunct) faculty member that teaches in General Education Communications and Public Speaking courses. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to helping students develop essential computer and prerequisite skills.  This position involves creating and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and contributing to the overall success of the students. Adjunct faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions of employment appointed on a per academic term basis (up to twenty-nine hours per week).

Duties and responsibilities include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Follows approved course syllabus.
• Advises and counsels students and maintains appropriate advisement records on each student.
• Completes all reports, records and invoices in a timely manner and maintains an accurate inventory of all assigned properties.
• Maintains classrooms and labs in accordance with institutional safety guidelines.
• Attend meetings as required and appropriate.
• Assists with student recruitment, retention and job placement efforts.
• Follows rules and regulations as described by the Technical College System of Georgia Policy Manual and other policies and procedures established by the institution.
• 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; and
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Skill in developing lesson outlines and materials
• Knowledge of vocational area of assignment
• Skill in presenting subject matter
• Skill in administering tests to evaluate progress
• Skill in the use of computers and job related software programs
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with adult learners
• Oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of student information systems

MINIMUM QUALIFICTIONS:

Must possess and demonstrate a Master’s degree in Communications from a regionally accredited college or university; OR a Master’s degree in a related field AND at least eighteen (18) graduate credit hours in Communication from a regionally accredited college or university.  Transcripts must be attached to application submission for further consideration.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess and demonstrate the following:

• Doctorate degree in Communication from a regionally accredited college or university
• Post-secondary teaching experience within diverse settings and engagement with a wide range of student populations

*** May be required to teach at other locations and other locations within the community. ***

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BACKGROUND SCREENINGS ARE CONDUCTED PRIOR TO SCREENING.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.  All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: [email protected]. To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: [email protected]. Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. [email protected] .

Do not send résumés to any of the email addressed above, they will not be opened or reviewed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.