Adjunct Faculty for AY 25 Fall 24 Spring 25 Summer 25

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Job Type:Adjunct Faculty Pool

Academic Year: Fall 2024 Spring 2025 and Summer 2025 of AY2025

Closing:Continuous

Reviewed:Applications will be reviewed by departments on an as needed basis only.

Description

Montana Tech is establishing a pool of adjunct instructors to plan and teach courses indegree and certificate program areas such as:

• Biology
• Business Information & Technology
• Chemistry & Geochemistry
• Bachelor of Applied Science courses
• Computer Science
• Business & Computer Technology (Accounting Associate in BusinessComputer Networking Health Information Technology)
• Engineering (Civil Mechanical Electrical Geological Geophysical Petroleum)
• Health (Radiologic CNA Nursing and Medical Assistant)
  • CTS of Behavioral Health
    • The following must have5 years recent experience in the last 20 years of direct or related mental health clinical care. Masters preferred
      • Mental Health and Addiction
      • Elements of counseling and treatment
      • Behavioral Crisis Management
• Information Technology and Information Technology & Design
• Material Science
• Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Nursing
• Safety Health & Industrial Hygiene
• Statistics
• Trades & Technical (Automotive Construction Drafting Aerospace Welding Machining & Welding Technology) Carpentry Historic Preservation Metals Fabrication Lineman

Other General Education courses such as:

• English
• Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
• History
• Math
• Writing

Adjunct positions are is contingent upon adequate enrollment. Class load is generally between one and three classes each Semester (fall spring summer) andcontingent on need.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Deans Associate Deans and/or Department Heads or Program leads adjunct faculty will engage in a variety of learning support activities to:

• Prepare and teach courses during the times and dates specified by the academic schedule;
• Design develop and assess curriculum;
• Provide a course syllabus for each class every semester
• Provide timely and accurate assessment feedback to students;
• Plan supervise and evaluate students progress;
• Maintain related student records evaluations and progress reports;
• Consult with other college faculty and staff on issues relevant to students success and retention;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional effectiveness and learning outcome measures related to courses;
• Follow disciplinary procedures as prescribed and deal consistently and fairly with all students;
• Adapt to changing teaching schedules and situations (on campus online hybrid etc. as required by program;
• Effectively use computer applications where appropriate including learning management systems;
• Incorporate pedagogies that support best learning practices;
• Work with students faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences;
• Demonstrate respect for others;
• Other related duties as assigned and required.

Essential Attributes:

• Collaborative work skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Commitment to interdisciplinary learning;
• Commitment to pluralism and the ability to work effectively in a diverse workplace and educational environment;
• High level of energy creativity and motivation to design and implement effective teaching and learning practices;
• Tolerance for ambiguity and change;
• Experience in facilitating the success of individuals representing a broad range of academic socioeconomic cultural ethnic and ability backgrounds;
• Experience with nontraditional teaching methods.

Minimum Required Qualification:

Generally aMasters degree in subject area is required. For some disciplines alternate credentials may be accepted.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years teaching at the postsecondary level
• Experience with course design;
• Experience with online and/or hybrid instruction;
• Experience or interest in the development of new STEM curriculum;
• Experience or interest in working closely with instructors from various technical fields to contextualize instruction.

Application Procedures and Deadline:
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online. Applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis by departments and your application will serve as an adjunct faculty pool. You will be contacted if selected for an interview.

Required Online Application Materials: (Prefer Word or PDF file for attachments)

• Completed Online Employment Application 3 professional references &Supplemental Questions which areincluded as part of the online application.
• Attach currentresume or Vitae;
• Attach unofficial transcripts that document qualifications for area of interest;

NOTE: All offers are contingent on a satisfactory background check and Education Verification

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such the University does not discriminate in the admission access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race color religion national origin ethnicity creed service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law) veteran status gender age political beliefs marital or family status pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information gender identity gender expression or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the Universitys mission to be inclusive and diverse applications from qualified minorities women veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicants ability to compete in the hiring process or an employees ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veterans Employment Preference Act Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans disabled veterans and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

To claim veterans preference please complete the employment (veterans) preference form located on the employment page and email to You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

Employment (veterans) preference form

To request an accommodation for the application or interview please contact Cathy Isakson;

Why Work at Tech

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science engineering and technology.

In addition Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9 retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

* Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

Montana Technological University Butte Montana is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide where I15 and I90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.