Adjunct Economics Instructor

POSITION TITLE
Adjunct Economics Instructor

APPOINTMENT
Appointed by the Chancellor of the College upon recommendation of the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY
Adjunct instructors may be assigned classes at any of the four River Parishes Community College campuses (Gonzales Reserve Plaquemine and St. Charles) as determined by student need and institutional demand. Teaching needs may include face-to-face/online and/or evening classes. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for timely and accurate submission of required documentation related to human resources and instruction.

No Civil Service test score or assessmentis required to be considered for this vacancy.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Please attach CV/resume cover letter relevant certifications the names of three professional references and unofficial transcripts. However official transcripts are required prior to hire.

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters degree in economics OR masters degree in any discipline with 18 graduate semester hours in economics.Official transcripts must be submitted.
• Satisfactory background check an offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Proficiencies in classroom technologies (podium computer laptop iPad and SMARTBoard) and use of Canvas LMS
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all instructional responsibilities in accordance with the role scope and mission of the College.
• Attend and provide meaningful instruction for all class sessions during the semester adhering to the designated schedule of classes. Be punctual in class attendance and provide instruction for the complete class period. Make appropriate arrangements for necessary absences according to campus policies.
• Create and maintain an environment conducive to learning and one in which all students are treated equitably and with respect.
• Participate in the review development and revision of discipline-specific curriculum as needed.
• Maintain accurate records (attendance progress and evaluation instruments) and meet required College deadlines (i.e. SH/NS gradesubmission learning outcomes assessment reporting state mandated training and textbook adoptions).
• Utilize technology as approved/required by the college (i.e. Student Information System Learning Management System discipline specific programs/platforms).
• Demonstrate commitment to effective communication by utilizing official tools for timely dissemination of information to students and supervisors and by being proactive and responsive in addressing inquiries and needs from students and coworkers.