About this opportunity
South Piedmont Community College lists this Agribusiness Adjunct opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Agribusiness Adjunct is a part-time position. Under the direction of the Department Chair, the adjunct provides quality learning opportunities in the School of Arts and Sciences. Courses may include Sustainable Agriculture, Soil Science, Biological Pest Management, Animal Science, Farm Business Management, and Agricultural Marketing.
Classes may be offered in asynchronous and/or synchronous modalities. Synchronous teaching assignments may be scheduled at the Monroe campus, Polkton campus, or online, with flexible scheduling options throughout the daytime, evening, and weekend based on departmental needs and instructor availability.
Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to South Piedmont Community College as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services
Customize and facilitate curriculum using effective learning strategies, syllabi, and materials that promote successful teaching and learning
Facilitate learning through online, hybrid, and / or classroom activities designed to support student success where applicable
Access and return student work with feedback in a timely manner
Inform students of their grades and progress in the course
Actively participate in continuous improvement planning through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels
Create, select, and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including textbooks and library resources which meet college accessibility guidelines
Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory
Demonstrate a high-level professionalism in developing and/or implementing long- and short-range plans
Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program
Provide accessibility to students and colleagues
Maintain and submit all required class records and/or reports on time
Accept teaching assignments based on departmental need and instructor availability
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President of Academic Affairs
Required Qualifications
A Master’s degree in Agriculture OR a completed Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Agriculture
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications
Community college teaching experience
Online teaching experience
Familiarity with a course learning management system such as Canvas
Working knowledge/utilization of Microsoft Office products
Physical Demands
Special Conditions Eligibility Summary
South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.
Posting Number
Posting Number JP00832FY17-18
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Is there any reason known to you why you might be unable to perform consistently and promptly any of the job duties? If Yes, please explain. (Open Ended Question)
Have you ever been discharged or asked to resign from a position? Yes/No. If Yes, please explain. (Open Ended Question)
Have you ever been convicted of a crime that has required you either by North Carolina law or any other state or federal law to register as a sex offender?Yes
No
Do you have a Master’s degree in Agriculture OR a completed Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Agriculture?Yes
No
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Who can apply
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