Ivy Tech Community College · 3 months ago
Adjunct Faculty – Mechanical Engineering Technology
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$48.67/hr - $48.67/hr
2+ years expIvy Tech Community College is an open-access college focused on excellence in teaching and community engagement. They are seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Mechanical Engineering Technology, responsible for creating a supportive learning environment and delivering effective instruction while engaging with students and maintaining academic standards.
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Responsibilities
Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with college policy and course objectives
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
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
Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and learner support
Uses technology to assist in communication with students
Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom
Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion
Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in engineering; or master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Mechanical Engineering
All educational degrees must be from a regional accredited institution
Must have passion for teaching in engineering
Possesses excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to use innovative teaching techniques
Familiarity with distance learning and willingness to use technology tools in instruction
Ability to use collaborative learning techniques and student-centered methods of instruction
Ability to work well with students and colleagues in a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural environment
Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend assignments
Preferred
Minimum two (2) years college teaching experience
Minimum two (2) years related industrial experience
Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction
Company
Ivy Tech Community College
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana is a school.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29.34MKey Investors
Lowe's FoundationLilly EndowmentU.S. Department of Labor
2025-07-18Grant
2024-12-05Grant· $21.9M
2023-06-15Grant
Leadership Team
Martin Pollio
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