Adjunct - Digital Design and Graphics

The Adjunct – Digital Design & Graphics position provides quality instructions and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with major emphasis placed on teaching, supporting and evaluating students. The Adjunct role provides instructions and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chairperson or other leadership members (but in consultation with the Department Chairperson). The incumbent must exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people with required and related materials.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Instruction & Student Learning

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled. Designs curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups. Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities. Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource. Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology. Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies. 
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester. Distributes and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporates departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements. Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives. Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.

Student Engagement & Advisement    

• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners. Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

• Attends all department meetings and required trainings.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, or closely related discipline, and five (5) or more years working in the graphic design industry. Ability to demonstrate proficiency in required software programs and present a strong portfolio of work.
• Preferred: Master's degree, five (5) or more years working in the graphic design industry or five (5) years teaching experience would be considered to satisfy the experience required.

Licenses and Certifications

• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).

Physical Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions described in this position description. While performing duties of this job, the employee regularly exhibits digital dexterity when entering data into computer. The employee frequently sits for periods of time, stands, and walks. Employee converses verbally or manually with others in person as well as by telephone. Vision demands include close, relatively detailed vision when focusing on computer screen. Employee occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Typical office and classroom environment.

CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Part time