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Grand Rapids Community College Adjunct Faculty - Communications Studies - Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Adjunct Faculty - Communications Studies - Grand Rapids
Department: Language & Thought
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Community College Department of Language and Thought is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach https://www.grcc.edu/schools-departments/language-thought/communication-studies/course-offerings in the fall, winter, and/or summer semesters on our Grand Rapids campus.
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. For semester start and end dates, please see GRCC's https://www.grcc.edu/about-grcc/leadership-administration/provost/academic-calendar.
Requisition ID: 539
Employee Group:https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/2022-2025%20Faculty%20Association%20contract.docx.pdf
Schedule: Winter 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: 10/29/2024
Posting Closes: Open until filled
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Communication Studies. • 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
• Master's Degree in Communication Studies. • 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/policieshttp://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-fieldhousehttps://www.grcc.edu/employers-community/ford-fieldhouse. • Continuous Learning:https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/grants-departmenthttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/grants-department andhttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/finance-administration/employee-reimbursement/tuit
