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 Description An 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? None Minimum Education/Experience Master's Degree including 18 graduate hours of History. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of arenaflex Office or similar software Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle) Organization and attention to detail Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups Must be punctual Must be reliable Physical Demands/Working Conditions 1. 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 CONDITIONS This position's essential functions are performed in an indoor, classroom or office setting. Preferred Qualifications Experience in online course instruction. Online teaching certification. Required Training Work Hours Day, 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 Applicants Applicants 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 5pm Job Duties Job 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 1877 HIST 1493 United States History 1877 to Present HIST 1613 Early Western Civilization HIST 1623 Modern Western Civilization HIST 1713 Survey of World Civilizations to 1600 CE HIST 1723 Survey of World Civilizations Since 1600 CE HIST 2013 History of Russia HIST 2103 Oklahoma History HIST 2133 Survey of Women's History HIST 2203 The American Indian HIST 2353 World History: Latin America Job 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