Adjunct Faculty- Chinese

Department: Language & Thought

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Community College department of https://www.grcc.edu/schools-departments/language-thought is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach https://www.grcc.edu/schools-departments/language-thought/foreign-languages class(es) in the fall and/or winter semesters on our Grand Rapids campus. Chinese classes offered at GRCC includehttps://catalog.grcc.edu/content.php?filter%5B27%5D=CHI&filter%5B29%5D=101&filter%5Bkeyword%5D=&filter%5B32%5D=1&filter%5Bcpage%5D=1&curcatoid=57&expand=&navoid=5390&searchdatabase=Filter&filter%5Bexactmatch%5D=1#acalogtemplatecoursefilter andhttps://catalog.grcc.edu/content.php?filter%5B27%5D=CHI&filter%5B29%5D=102&filter%5Bkeyword%5D=&filter%5B32%5D=1&filter%5Bcpage%5D=1&curcatoid=57&expand=&navoid=5390&searchdatabase=Filter&filter%5Bexactmatch%5D=1#acalogtemplatecoursefilter.

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, In-person & Virtual . For semester start and end dates, see https://www.grcc.edu/about-grcc/leadership-administration/provost/academic-calendar.

Requisition ID: 37 Employee Group:https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/2022-2025%20Faculty%20Association%20contract.docx.pdf 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: 07/22/2024 Posting Closes: Open until filled

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach GRCC course offering(s) for https://www.grcc.edu/schools-departments/language-thought/foreign-languages classes. • Teach courses and fulfill adjunct faculty responsibilities, including fostering a stimulating classroom environment, following syllabus templates, and using department-approved textbooks. • Maintain accurate student records and provide reasonable accommodations as per ADA guidelines as approved by Disability Support Services to meet students needs. • Respond to communications promptly and ensure student access to course information. • Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members • Follow the required syllabus template. • Comply with GRCC policies and the Faculty Association Contract.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chinese required. • Teaching experience at a community college preferred.

Skills

• Expertise in the subject area with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work with diverse student populations and faculty, and proficiency in 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

• Appreciation and understanding for the community college philosophy, commitment to diversity, and community service. • Strong initiative, problem-solving, and ability to handle unexpected duties. • High energy and enthusiasm for supporting students and colleagues under pressure. • Must use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations in a professional manner.

Working Conditions

• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compli