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Alcorn State University Adjunct Instructor - Elementary Education in Natchez, Mississippi
Position Information
Job Title Adjunct Instructor - Elementary Education
FLSA Status Exempt
Posted Salary Range Commensurate with experience.
Employment Status Part Time .25
Department School of Education & Psychology
*Job Summary *
Teaches courses in addition to evaluating students and conducting student conferences; the individual may also develop lectures, conduct seminars and serve other administrative rules within the department.
*Knowledge Skills and Abilities *
Has a comprehensive grasp on his or her particular area of academic study.
Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.
Is able to motivate others.
Has the ability to solve problems and assess results.
Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation.
Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others.
Is punctual and detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned task.
Essential Job Functions
Creates, distributes, and reviews the course syllabus.
Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies in order to engage students, including cooperative and experiential learning.
Meets with academic department chair to develop courseware and curriculum.
Presents prepared materials and supervises organized activities.
Evaluates student performance promptly and accurately based on departmental rubrics.
Maintain records of student attendance, involvement, and progress.
Teaches assigned class material in accordance with learning objectives that are developed by the department.
Communicated with students outside of class to provide supplementary instruction, when necessary.
Participates in faculty meetings involving departmental updates.
Serves on faculty panels.
Makes copies of supplementary materials for distribution in class.
Surveys students in order to obtain information about their wants and needs in certain courses.
*Qualifications *
Terminal degree in or a Master's degree with 18 hours or above in disciplines
At least one teaching experience at the University level
Working knowledge of common management systems such as BANNER and CANVAS
Proficiencies with standard Office applications on personal computers.
*Licensing and Certifications *
Teacher License preferred
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds Occasionally
Travel Occasionally
Extended Work Hours Occasionally
Required Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Unofficial Transcripts
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)