Glen Oaks Community College is seeking a part-time, adjunct instructor to teach COM-150 – Public Speaking for the Fall 2024 semester (Monday/Wednesday from 1:35 – 3:05 PM at Colon High School). This is an in-person course, and is not a remote opportunity.

Adjunct Faculty are responsible for instruction and facilitating student learning; committed to student recruitment, retention, and success; assessment of learning, development of curriculum and use of instructional delivery modes utilizing both traditional and non-traditional methodology.

1. Teach assigned course(s) which may include day, night, or online courses, at the main campus and/or extension centers. Classes are to meet on time for the full allotted time.

2. Develop curriculum and use instructional delivery modes utilizing both traditional and nontraditional methodology.

3. Establish and promote an effective learning environment that maximizes documented student learning.

4. Prepare, submit, and maintain reports related to student learning.

5. Grade assignments in a meaningful way to promote continued student growth, returning graded assignments to students in a timely manner, and assigning final grades for all students, meeting or beating all institutional deadlines for completion.

6. Provide educational assistance to students during regularly scheduled and posted times (i.e., office hours) or by appointment.

7. Encourage student opinion survey completion for each class and then review summary information available to assist with increasing student success.

8. Maintain levels of professional knowledge and expertise, including compliance training.

9. Participate in faculty committees, appropriate workshops and other activities, as assigned.

10. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

1. Master’s degree in communications or equivalent field from an accredited institution of higher education.

Glen Oaks Community College is dedicated to becoming a community model, committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. It was even enshrined as part of our strategic plan. What does this look like in action?

• We actively strive to diversify our faculty and staff to align with the profile of our student population more closely.
• We practice valuing diversity of viewpoints, because multiple perspectives result in a better overall view of both problems and solutions.
• Because the population we serve is diverse, we need a team that is capable of understanding and meeting the unique needs of our students.
• We strive to create an inclusive culture where employees can show up as their authentic self to contribute their unique talents to our mission.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three (3) professional references. (Official Transcripts will be required upon hire.)

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Non-tenure

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 9 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Colon, MI 49040 (Required)

Work Location: In person