Adjunct Faculty- Visual Communications, Photography

General Description of Position:

Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement; Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines and expectations. Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

Major Responsibilities:

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes. 
• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.  Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes. 
• Use Learning Management System (e.g. Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
• Perform all instructional duties to facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Submit requested information within established timelines.
• Deal with student concerns; consult with program chair to resolve issues.
• Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course. 
• Notify program chair in event of any emergency.
• Conduct all work activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of population, views and learning styles.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Visual Communications Program Standard: A qualified faculty member in visual communications meets all of the following criteria:

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution
• Has a portfolio that demonstrates significant involvement as a practicing artist, graphic designer, web designer, photographer, videographer, or animator.
• Has one of the following:
  • Professional certification in the field; or
  • Five years of industry related work experience, or
  • Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program.

A qualified faculty member teaching PHOT 1XX meets the course standard in one of two ways:

• Meets the Visual Communications program standard, or
• Possesses a portfolio that demonstrates significant involvement as a practicing photographer, and two of the following:
  • An earned Associate degree or higher, from a regionally accredited institution and
  • Five years of industry related work experience and
• Holds a current Workplace Specialist License granted by the Indiana Department of Education in a Photography related field

Official Academic Transcripts required at the time of hire sent directly from the issuing institution to the Office of Human Resources.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.