Adjunct Instructor, Geography/Geology
- Employer
- Joliet Junior College
- Location
- Main Campus, Joliet, IL
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- Arts & Humanities, Foreign Languages & Literature, Science & Technology, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, Geography
- Position Type
- Adjunct
- Employment Type
- Part Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
Position Title:
Adjunct Instructor, Geography/GeologyJob Description:
POSITION: Adjunct Instructor, Geology/GeographySTATUS: Part-Time
DEPARTMENT: Natural Science/Physical Education
DIVISION: Academic Affairs
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
UNION: Adjunct Faculty
REPORTS TO: Department Chair
PLACEMENT: Adjunct Faculty
MINIMUM PAY RATE: Refer to the current adjunct faculty contract.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.
POSITION SUMMARY
Adapt to new and changing situations and demonstrate a positive attitude. Demonstrate respect for students; understand learning styles and apply understanding to institution-related activities; demonstrate integrity and promote diversity and open communication. Fifteen credit hours a semester constitute a standard load. Course assignments may be late afternoon, evening, Saturday, and at branch campuses or satellite centers. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College faculty contract.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Teach Introductory Geology, Physical Geography, World Regional Geography, Human Geography, and/or Introductory Meteorology as needed.
2. Participate in course assessment and planning activities.
3. If credentialed, be willing to teach online and/or hybrid courses.
4. Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and learning.
5. Employ effective and innovative teaching methods in the classroom and laboratory.
6. Demonstrate strong understanding and commitment to the community college mission.
7. Teach at other campus sites as needed.
8. Meet other contractual obligations as spelled out in the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract.
9. Assist in assessment and curriculum data application.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Master’s Degree in Geology, Geography or closely related field.
2. Credentialing, coursework, or experience related to Geology, Physical Geography, World Regional Geography, Human Geography, and/or Introductory Meteorology.
3. Three (3) years of teaching experience at the collegiate level.
4. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
5. Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Doctoral Degree in Geology or closely related field with the ability to teach Geology, Physical Geography, World Regional Geography, Human Geography, and/or Introductory Meteorology.
2. 3 years' experience at the community college level.
3. Expertise in appropriate technologies for instruction.
4. Experience in teaching online and/or using course management programs.
5. Experience in course development and assessment, planning, quality and accreditation processes, and committee service.
6. Experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.
7. Credentialed to teach online with Quality Matters experience.
8. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
9. Demonstrated multicultural competence.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
1. Normal classroom and laboratory (indoor and outdoor) physical demands.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Classroom and laboratory (indoor and outdoor) teaching environment.
PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WITH YOUR APPLICATION:
• Resume
• A cover letter with your interest in being considered for the position.
• Unofficial Transcripts (must be included)
Full Time/Part Time:
Part timeUnion (If Applicable):
Scheduled Hours:
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Working at Joliet Junior College
Joliet Junior College, the nation's first public community college, offers pre-baccalaureate programs for students planning to transfer to a four-year university. A comprehensive community college, JJC also provides occupational education leading directly to employment, adult education and literacy programs, workforce development services, and student support services.
Tucked in the middle of a wildlife preserve, bridging the banks of a lake and surrounded by its own Arboretum, Joliet Junior College is an educational community that embraces diversity and promotes personal growth. Each year, more than 35,000 students find the diverse, comprehensive high quality educational experience they are looking for at JJC. We hope that you will take a few minutes to explore the job opportunities we have available and consider becoming a part of this experience.
The recruitment of qualified and diverse personnel is the cornerstone of JJC's commitment to an innovative, collaborative and inclusive educational community. At JJC, we respect the wealth of knowledge and experience each of our employees brings to the workplace. The College supports this commitment by providing personnel with excellent terms and conditions of employment, outstanding health and welfare benefits and programs for a secure retirement.
JJC employees work in a wide variety of roles within the college, including faculty, support staff, and administrative positions. With such a diverse range of professions, JJC ensures that a wealth of development opportunities is available to employees. From personal growth, career advancement, and a dynamic and rewarding work atmosphere, employees have the resources they need to achieve a successful and fulfilling career at JJC.
Joliet Junior College's open search procedures allow us to find the best available candidates for positions and to provide a balanced workforce to reflect the ethnic composition of the District we serve.
- Website
- https://employment.jjc.edu/
- Telephone
- 815-280-2266
- Location
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1215 Houbolt Rd
Joliet
IL
60433
US
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