Adjunct Instructor, Fire Science Technology

About this position

Company Description: Founded in 1958, Quincy College is a two-year, municipally affiliated college serving approximately 4,000 students at campuses located in Quincy and Plymouth, Massachusetts. Quincy College Mission Statement Quincy College offers open-access and selective programs focusing on academic achievement and excellence, fostering diversity, providing economic opportunity, promoting community involvement, and supporting lifelong learning. We foster valuable learning relationships that inspire students to realize their educational and professional futures. Job Description: College facilitates valuable learning relationships that inspire students to realize their educational and professional futures. We are committed to the following values: student learning and achievement; excellence in teaching; mutual respect, responsibility, and collaboration; individual and institutional integrity; and diversity of people and perspectives. The College recognizes that our success is measured by the long-term satisfaction and achievement of our students, and the positive partnerships we develop. Our most valuable resources to achieving our mission are our faculty, administration and support staff. Each individual employee's performance contributes to our ability to successfully achieve and excel in all aspects of our mission and values. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Dean of Liberal Arts/Professional Programs, the College is seeking qualified applicants to design and instruct courses for the Fire Science Technology Program. EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE: Master's Degree in the field or a closely related field from an accredited college or university required. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Teaching experience in the subject area at the college level required, preferably in a community college setting. Substantial work experience in the subject area is a plus. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to education and working with a diverse student population Experience using technology in the classroom and/or for distance learning, and traditional/nontraditional methods of instruction. Online, Hybrid, Remote or blended teaching experience is required. Experience using multiple measures to assess student learning. Experience in teaching to adult learners. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of Quincy College's certification program (Canvas, Quality Matters, Canvas Studio) for teaching or, in the sole determination of Quincy College, the equivalent of that program. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated academic excellence as well as compassion and enthusiasm for community college students. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to education and working with a diverse student population. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A TRAVEL: This position requires teaching online and may require teaching at the Quincy Campus, Plymouth Campus, and/or Boston Site. College facilitates valuable learning relationships that inspire students to realize their educational and professional futures. We are committed to the following values: student learning and achievement; excellence in teaching; mutual respect, responsibility, and collaboration; individual and institutional integrity; and diversity of people and perspectives. The College recognizes that our success is measured by the long-term satisfaction and achievement of our students, and the positive partnerships we develop. Our most valuable resources to achieving our mission are our faculty, administration and support staff. Each individual employee's performance contributes to our ability to successfully achieve and excel in all aspects of our mission and values. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Dean of Liberal Arts/Professional Programs, the College is seeking qualified applicants to design and instruct courses for the Fire Science Technology Program. EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE: Master's Degree in the field or a closely related field from an accredited college or university required. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Teaching experience in the subject area at the college level required, preferably in a community college setting. Substantial work experience in the subject area is a plus. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to education and working with a diverse student population Experience using technology in the classroom and/or for distance learning, and traditional/nontraditional methods of instruction. Online, Hybrid, Remote or blended teaching experience is required. Experience using multiple measures to assess student learning. Experience in teaching to adult learners. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of Quincy College's certification program (Canvas, Quality Matters, Canvas Studio) for teaching or, in the sole determination of Quincy College, the equivalent of that program. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated academic excellence as well as compassion and enthusiasm for community college students. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to education and working with a diverse student population. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A TRAVEL: This position requires teaching online and may require teaching at the Quincy Campus, Plymouth Campus, and/or Boston Site. Requirements: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Create, design, and teach courses in Fire Science Technology, and as otherwise directed by the Provost and/or Dean of the Liberal Arts & Professional Programs. Collaborate with other faculty in the planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating of Fire Science Technology and related courses. Provide high quality teaching to Quincy College students. Prepare syllabi which conform to Quincy College requirements including objectives, required assigned reading, and assessment methods. Attend classes as scheduled. Attend faculty meetings as requested and cooperate with any policy requests. Maintain a classroom environment that promotes discussion and respects each student. Adhere to

Listing sourced from HigherEdJobs — apply there; OpenLecture never collects applications.