Adjunct Faculty – Humanities

Adjunct Faculty – Humanities

Department: Language & Thought

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Community College Department of Language & Thought is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach https://www.grcc.edu/schools-departments/language-thought/humanities) in the fall and/or winter semesters on our Grand Rapids and/or Lakeshore campuses.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.

Adjunct needs are determined on a semester by semester basis, as are the number of sections offered each semester. GRCC classes are held at a variety of (1) Times: Monday through Saturday, (2) Locations: main campus, lakeshore, & middle college partners, and (3) Modalities: In-person, Online, Hybrid, & Virtual. For semester start and end dates, please see GRCCs Academic Calendar.

Requisition ID: 70

Employee Group:https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/2022-2025%20Faculty%20Association%20contract.docx.pdf

Schedule: Fall Semester

Compensation: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty/adjunct-faculty-pay-rates

Reports to: Associate Dean – School of Liberal Arts

Posting Opens: 7/30/2024

Posting Closes: Open until filled

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Humanities.
• Teach courses and fulfill adjunct faculty responsibilities, including fostering a stimulating classroom environment, following syllabus templates, and using department-approved textbooks.
• Maintain accurate student records and provide reasonable accommodations as per ADA guidelines as approved by Disability Support Services to meet students needs.
• Respond to communications promptly and ensure student access to course information.
• Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members
• Follow the required syllabus template.
• Comply with GRCC policies and the Faculty Association Contract.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Humanities or a field traditionally part of the humanities area (e.g., Philosophy, Art History, Fine Arts, Literature, etc.) with a concentration in the Humanities.
• Teaching experience at a community college preferred.

Skills

• Expertise in the subject area with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations and faculty, and proficiency in instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas, Blackboard).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Some evening work (grading, preparing for class, responding to email questions) will be needed.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands

• Appreciation and understanding for the community college philosophy, commitment to diversity, and community service.
• Strong initiative, problem-solving, and ability to handle unexpected duties.
• High energy and enthusiasm for supporting students and colleagues under pressure.
• Must use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations in a professional manner.

Working Conditions

• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on ourhttp://www.grcc.edu/policies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that calls for flexibility/adaptability.

BENEFITS

• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsitehttps://www.grcc.edu/employers-community/ford-fieldhouse.
• Continuous Learning:https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/grants-department andhttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/finance-administration/employee-reimbursement/t