Job Title: Adjunct-Adjunct – Information Systems Technology -Game Dev

Department: Computer Science

Location: Columbus Campus

Employment Type: Adjunct/Non-Credit Instructor

Employment Status: Adjunct/Non-Credit Instructor

Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining Unit

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation Type: Contract

Compensation: $54.88 per contact hour

Schedule: Opportunities are available for teaching days, evenings, or weekends.

End Date(if applicable): 

Job Description: 

POSITIONSUMMARY

The Adjunct –Game Development position provides quality instructions and maintains a positivelearning environment in the classroom, with major emphasis placed on teaching,supporting and evaluating students. The Adjunct role provides instructions andmonitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the DepartmentChairperson or other leadership members (but in consultation with theDepartment Chairperson). The incumbent must exhibit strong organizationalskills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people withrequired and related materials.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Instruction & Student Learning

Teaches assigned coursesas scheduled. Designs curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to fostertalent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with anunderstanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresentedgroups. Considers individual differences of students in order to design andsupport a range of appropriate learning activities.  Participates in the identification of studentswith academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.  Uses technology in a manner appropriateto the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearlyto students the expectations concerning the use of such technology. Keepsaccurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.

Maintains attendancerecords, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance withestablished policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progressfeedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout thesemester. Distributes and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporatesdepartmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements. Conductsclasses punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employsappropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achievingcourse goals and objectives.  Engages inperiodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairpersonrelative to teaching duties and professional development.

Student Engagement & Advisement

Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages activeand collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student andfaculty interaction, and support for learners. Uses technology to assist incommunication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students forlearning both inside and outside the classroom.

Refers students to appropriate student and academic supportservices available at the College or in the community.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Helps to ensure the College meets its responsibilities inidentifying areas of opportunity and systemic concerns while reportingcomplaints alleging discrimination.

Creates a welcoming, inclusive, equitable and productive workand learning environment where all students, faculty members, and collegeemployees feel valued and are able to contribute to their full potential,regardless of their differences. Ensures accessible and inclusive curriculumdesign and teaching strategies, and specifically promotes, advises, andsupports curriculum development aimed at creating a diverse and equitablelearning environment.

Fosters and maintains asafe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, andmembers of the community.

OTHER DUTIES &RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties as required. Attend all department meetings andrequired trainings.

*Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required.

CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Professionalism, Quality Focus, Managing Work, Communication, ContinuousImprovement Guiding Interactions, Customer/Student/Employee Focus, PositiveApproach, Collaboration, and Planning & Organizing.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least three (3) years of industry experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable abilityto gain access to work site(s).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Knowledge of: online instruction techniques andmethods; Microsoft Office; requisite or willing to gain requisite computerskills needed for Blackboard and/or other student support systems; internetresearch; online communication and record-keeping.

Skill in: providing quality instruction; learningtechnologies and the use multi-media technology to enhance student learning;instructional planning and presentation; incorporating critical thinking,effective communication and other general education outcomes in course content;effective time management; proficiency with online communicationrecord-keeping.

Ability to: effectively communicate and useinterpersonal skills; create engaging learning environments that respect a widevariety of viewpoints; be sensitive to the needs and concerns of a diversestudent population, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds andstudents with disabilities; work independently without ongoing directsupervision; meet deadlines; perform student learning outcomes; maintainconfidential and sensitive information, including FERPA.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform the essential job functions described in thisposition description. While performing duties of this job, the employeeregularly exhibits digital dexterity when entering data into computer. Theemployee frequently sits for periods of time, stands, and walks. Employeeconverses verbally or manually with others in person as well as by telephone.Vision demands include close, relatively detailed vision when focusing on a computerscreen. Employee occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office and classroomenvironment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of online instruction techniques and methods; Microsoft Office; requisite or willing to gain requisite computer skills needed for Blackboard and/or other student support systems; internet research; online communications and record-keeping.Skill in providing quality instructions; learning technologies and the use multi-media technologies to enhance student learning; instructional planning and presentation; incorporating critical thinking, effective communications and other general educational outcomes in course content; effective time management; proficiency with online communications and record-keeping.Ability to effectively communicate and use interpersonal skills; create engaging learning environments that respect a wide variety of viewpoints; be sensitive to the needs and concerns of a diverse student population, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities; work independently without ongoing direct supervision; meet deadlines; perform student learning outcomes; maintain confidential and sensitive information, including adherence to FERPA guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• At least three (3) years of relatedjob experience.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License ordemonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s). 
• *An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

Preferred Qualifications: Certification in Game Development or related field.

Additional Information:  Opportunities are available for teaching days, evenings, or weekends.