Adjunct Professor of History

Posting Number Adjunct_0401910 Classification Title Adjunct Professor Working Title Adjunct Professor of History Datatel Position ID SOSC6ADJHIST1A Annual Hours As needed or assigned Placement Range $740 per Credit Hour Position Type Adjunct Faculty Job Category General DescriptionAn adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. This instruction may take place in either in-person or online classes or at the area high schools, teaching concurrent students.Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole. What position does this position report to? History Department Chair What position(s) reports to this position? NoneMinimum Education/ExperienceMaster's Degree including 18 graduate hours of History. Required Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrated positive human relations and communication skillsBasic computer skills, proficient in the use of bolthires Office or similar softwareFlexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning stylesCommitted to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college educationKnowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle)Organization and attention to detailSupport and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional systemAbility to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peersAbility to work well as a team member in an instructional unitAbility to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writingAbility to read and understand content inorder to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting conceptsAbility to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groupsMust be punctualMust be reliablePhysical Demands/Working Conditions1.GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sedentary work: Sedentary work:The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. 2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently communicate with colleagues and students to perform the essential functions of the position.Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer; other office equipment and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents and answer email correspondence. 3. VISUAL ACUITY:This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. 4. WORKING CONDITIONSThis position's essential functions are performed in an indoor, classroom or office setting.Preferred QualificationsExperience in online course instruction. Online teaching certification. Required Training Work HoursDay, evening, or weekend as well as campus and/or online as required by section assignment. The courses could be held on OCCC's main campus, at a high school, or another off-site location. Department Division of Social Sci. Job Open Date 07/28/2023 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No HR Contact Beth Holmes Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the required documents: Cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring a minimum of a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours of History.Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. Applicants needing assistance may call Human Resources at 405.682.7542. Monday through Friday 8am to 5pmJob DutiesJob Duties (Position Specific)(The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/director agree will be taught.Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom. In addition to the primary responsibility for supporting student learning, an adjunct faculty member is expected to:Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department.Participate in the assessment of general education outcomes. Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and College administrators. Attend meetings as required. Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline. Maintain license or professional certification specific to program requirements. Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments. Support the College's vision, mission, goals, and priorities. Adjunct course assignments are made by the Department Chair.This position may be expected to teach the following courses:HIST 1483 United States History to 1877HIST 1493 United States History 1877 to PresentHIST 1613 Early Western CivilizationHIST 1623 Modern Western CivilizationHIST 1713 Survey of World Civilizations to 1600 CEHIST 1723 Survey of World Civilizations Since 1600 CEHIST 2013 History of RussiaHIST 2103 Oklahoma HistoryHIST 2133 Survey of Women's HistoryHIST 2203The American IndianHIST 2353 World History: Latin AmericaJob Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.Contribute to a safe educational & working environment. Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others. Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices. Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.Apply tot his job