Annually Contracted Faculty, English

Job Description:

The Annually Contracted Faculty (ACF) member creates, manages, and participates in a variety of learning environments and activities that provide opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives. The Annually Contracted Faculty member participates collaboratively and professionally with other faculty and staff to promote the general well-being of the department and the college and of the collective and individual interests of its staff and student body. The ACF member supports and seeks ways to fulfill the guiding concepts for the College embodied in the philosophy, mission, values, and vision adopted by the Board of Education. This position description is in association with the Annually Contracted Faculty contract. This position is intended to be in English Rhetoric and Composition instruction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Instruction & Student Learning

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primaryresponsibilityfor andexercisesoversightofthecurriculuminconjunctionwiththeDepartment’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
• 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 andresponds byutilizingan appropriate resource.
• Uses technologyin a manner appropriateto the nature and objectives ofcoursesandprogramsandcommunicatesclearlytostudentstheexpectations concerningthe use of suchtechnology.
• Keepsaccurateand appropriate records in accordance with the Faculty Handbook and departmental policies. ​
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades in a timely manner 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.
• Create and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.
• Participates in the selection of appropriate materials to support the course curriculum in accordance with the College’s guidelines.
• Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
• Employs and assists in the design and development of appropriate assessment techniques tomeasurestudents’performanceinachievingcoursegoalsandobjectives.
• Bea facilitator of learning in a virtual environment.

Student Engagement & Advisement

• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
• Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College.
• 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.

Continuous Improvement

• Promotes continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning by: assisting, as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratoryfacilities; contributing, as appropriate,to the development, selection, andimprovementofinstructionalmaterials,laboratories,andotherinstructional facilities; providing guidance in the development, maintenance, and design of coursedescription,courseoutlines,andsyllabi;recommendingmodificationsto the curriculum and participating in the design of new curricula.
• Completesallmandatoryperformanceevaluationmeasureswithinspecified time limits and participates in all required training by the College.
• Shares best practices with colleagues in formal or informal settings.
• Participates in instructional, departmental, or institutional research to improve educational effectiveness.
• Evaluates teaching and assessment practices to continue improving them. Provides feedback, as appropriate, regarding the general operations of the department, division, and the College.
• Participates, as appropriate, in the interviewing, selection, and orientation processes of department facultyand staff.
• Providesadviceand/or assistanceto facultywithin the department, division, or College.
• Attends faculty meetings as called by the President, Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean, or Department Chairperson; and participates, as appropriate, on departmental and divisional committees.

Professional Development

• Employs student, administrative, and self-appraisals to establish goals and objectives for professional development and participates in professional development activities.
• Contributes, as appropriate, to the planning, evaluation, and/or presentation of college professional development programs.
• Maintains required professional credentials, licensing, and continuing education hours as disciplinary standards dictate.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in English or MFA in Creative Writing,
• PLUS EITHER at least one year of college English teaching experience, including at least one course in English Composition, OR completion of at least one 3-credit graduate-level course in composition/rhetoric.

OR

• A Master’s degree, plus 18 semester credit hours of graduate-level English courses, 9 of which are in composition/rhetoric.

Additional Information

• APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH CURRICULUM VITAE, COVER LETTER, AND APPROPRIATE TRANSCRIPTS WITH THE APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED.
• This is an annually contracted position.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).
• An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework, and experience may qualify a candidate.

Compensation Details

• $64 per contact hour
• Two hours equal one contact hour

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Classroom environment may include in-person or online modalities.

CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Union (If Applicable):

Columbus State Education Association

Scheduled Hours:

40

About the ACF

The Annually Contracted Faculty (ACF) position at Columbus State is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position. ACFs are typically placed on a one-year, two-semester contract that is renewable each year. CCP-ACFs (College Credit Plus) are typically placed on a two-year contract.