Job Title: Adjunct-Information Technology Support Tech

Department: Information Systems Technology

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: 

 POSITION SUMMARY

 The Adjunct –Information Technology Support Technician position provides quality instructionand maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with majoremphasis placed on teaching, supporting and evaluating students. The Adjunctrole provides instruction and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness incourses assigned by the Department Chair, or other leadership members. Theincumbent must exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability tomultitask while engaging large groups of people with complicated material.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Instruction & StudentLearning

Teaches assigned courses asscheduled. 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 theidentification of students with academic or other needs and responds byutilizing an appropriate resource. Uses technology in a manner appropriate tothe nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly tostudents the expectations concerning the use of such technology. Keeps accurateand appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.

Maintains attendance records,determines and submits grades timely and in accordance with establishedpolicies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback aswell as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
Distributes and maintainaccurate syllabi that incorporates departmental, college, cross-college, andinstructor requirements.

Conducts classes punctually andin accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs appropriateassessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving coursegoals and objectives. Engages in periodic meetings with the department, LeadInstructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professionaldevelopment.

Student Engagement & Advisement

 Creates a positive classroomatmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort,academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense ofcommunity among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.

Refers students to appropriatestudent and academic support services available at the College or in thecommunity.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

 Helps to ensure the Collegemeets its responsibilities in identifying areas of opportunity and systemicconcerns while reporting complaints alleging discrimination.

Creates a welcoming, inclusive,equitable and productive work and learning environment where all students,faculty members, and college employees feel valued and are able to contributeto their full potential, regardless of their differences.

Ensures accessible and inclusivecurriculum design and teaching strategies, and specifically promotes, advises,and supports curriculum development aimed at creating a diverse and equitablelearning environment.

Fosters and maintains a safeenvironment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and membersof the community.

OTHER DUTIES &RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties as required Attendall department meetings and required trainings.

* Regular, predictable, andpunctual attendance is required.

CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Professionalism , Quality Focus, Managing Work,  Communication, Continuous Improvement GuidingInteractions , Customer/Student/Employee Focus Positive Approach , CollaborationPlanning & Organizing.

MINIMUM EDUCATION ANDEXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Bachelor's degree with at leasttwo (2) years of recent professional experience and skills with Windowstechnical support, Linux, scripting, networking, or public cloudimplementation.

LICENSESAND CERTIFICATIONS

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, &ABILITIES

Knowledge of: online instruction techniques and methods;Microsoft Office; requisite or willing to gain requisite computer skills neededfor Blackboard and/or other student support systems; internet research; onlinecommunication and record-keeping.

Skill in: providing quality instruction; learningtechnologies and the use of 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 communication;record-keeping.

Ability to: effectivelycommunicate and use interpersonal skills; create engaging learning environmentsthat respect a wide variety of viewpoints; be sensitive to the needs andconcerns of a diverse student population, socio-economic, cultural and ethnicbackgrounds and students with disabilities; work independently without ongoingdirect supervision; meet deadlines; perform student learning outcomes; maintainconfidential and sensitive information, including FERPA.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions describedin this position 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 acomputer screen. Employee occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office and classroom environment.

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 communication and record-keeping. Skill in: providing quality instruction; learning technologies and the use of 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 communication; 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 FERPA

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with at least two (2) years of recent professional experience and skills with Windows technical support, Linux, scripting, networking, or public cloud implementation.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with at least two (2) years of recent professional experience and skills with Windows technical support, Linux, scripting, networking, or public cloud implementation.

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