Full-Time English Faculty

  • East Chicago
  • Full time
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General purpose and scope of the 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.

LOCATION: Lake County with frequent travel to our three campus locations: East Chicago, Gary, and Crown Point.

PAY: $40,000 - 45,000 per 9-month contract, with opportunities for Summer contract (calculated separately) and additional overload contracts.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

INSTRUCTION

  • 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. IvyLearn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.

  • Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

  • Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.

  • Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.

  • Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).

  • Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.

  • Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.

  • Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

  • Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/school/college.

  • Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and school.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

  • Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditation's, and grant-related projects.

  • Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).

  • Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.

  • Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/school/faculty meetings.

  • Participate in career service and alumni activities.

  • Support program/department chair in program management activities.

  • Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

BENEFITS:

  • No waiting period to enroll in benefits.

  • Employer contribution to retirement plan.

  • Excellent benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, identity theft protection, accidental injury and illness, and more!

  • Paid time off: faculty release time, sick, volunteer, bereavement.

  • Paid holidays: School breaks off plus paid holidays.

  • Free tuition at any Ivy Tech location for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents.

  • Full time employees qualify for tuition assistance for higher education opportunities.

  • Professional Development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

A qualified faculty member in English meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:

1. Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in English

OR
2. Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process.  

Other Requirements:   

Official college transcripts required upon hiring, and employment contingent on acceptable criminal background check.

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.

Job ID: JR0000107318