About this position

Reporting to the Faculty Lead (or Program Director), the Part-Time Faculty member teaches and engages students within a particular discipline for which they are qualified. This position is critical in providing a quality education for students and ensuring their persistence towards the completion of their degree plans. Essential Functions: Instruction and Engagement Teach Students and Assess Their Work in the Trident Learning Community (TLC): Convey command of and enthusiasm for the course content by providing insight and sharing expertise with the class throughout the course, e.g., through timely posts to News You Can Use and/or the class discussions. Use the grading rubrics to provide detailed feedback on student assignments based upon the assignment criteria (i.e. substantive comments explaining what the student did well, why any points were taken off, and how to improve substantively). Broaden and deepen students' understanding of the course material by posting prompts and responses in the course discussions. Engage Students Regularly and in a Timely Fashion: Communicate with the class as a whole at the beginning of each module to: (a) engage students in the course materials and the class, (b) provide direction, (c) reflect on the course, (d) remind students of tasks and due dates, (e) communicate changes, etc. Welcome all students, encouraging them to get started and provide initial guidance. Create a welcoming and comfortable environment and maintains a professional, positive, and respectful tone through multiple communication channels. Respond to communications received from students within 24 hours during the business week. Grade students' assignments within 72 hours of their submission during the business week (including assignments submitted by students with approved course extensions). Reach out and offer to help students who have not logged into the course within the first few days as well as to those who are

Requirements

Ability to inspire and engage students by delivering quality instruction and support
Ability to demonstrate academic rigor and fairness in grading
Ability to provide constructive feedback
Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to create and sustain a collegial, collaborative, team- oriented environment
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

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