Online Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Online Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating an online learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of the provided single version primary course. Courses are taught completely online in primarily 8-week (rarely 16-week) format.

In compliance with the College’s Out of State Workers Policy, only candidates who will reside in and work from the states of Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio will be considered for this position.

Major Responsibilities:       

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives. IvyOnline’s minimum expectations for Online Adjunct Faculty are found in the Academic Support and Operations Manual, Policy 7.5.2. Online Adjunct Faculty are also encouraged to review and implement best practices from the online teaching best practices list.

• Make optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.

• Supplement and alter, where appropriate, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.

• Engage with students proactively and regularly in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and lead to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College.

• Demonstrate evidence of developing and implementing teaching strategies focused on engaging online students with their learning.

• Interact with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complying with College policies, guidelines and expectations.

• Maintain a safe, quality online educational environment.

• Must demonstrate the ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees in which every individual feels respected and valued.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Faculty Lead or Assistant Faculty Lead

SUPERVISION GIVEN: None

Minimum Qualifications:     

Unofficial transcripts required as part of the application process.

Official transcripts required upon hiring.

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 (see link below) for the specific area(s) of instruction.

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A qualified faculty member meets the program standard through one of five routes: 

• • Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in accounting; or 
  • Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documented 18 post-secondary semester hours or equivalent of courses in accounting beyond the introductory principle(s) level; or 
  • Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the following: 
    • In-field professional certification (national, regional, or state) 
    • Three years of in-field professional employment 
    • Documented evidence of teaching excellence, including date of award 
    • Documentation of research and publication in the field 
    • Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military; or 
  • Possesses an earned bachelor’s degree in accounting, from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the following: 
    • In-field professional certification (national, regional, or state) 
    • Two years of in-field professional employment 
    • Documented evidence of teaching excellence, including date of award 
    • Documentation of research and publication in the field 
    • Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military. 
  • Possesses and earned Bachelor’s degree in a related business field from a regionally accredited institution with an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification. 

Conducts all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views. Promote same as an integral part of one's work.

Preferred Qualifications:    

Previous Online Teaching Experience

Other Requirements:           

Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

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.