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Adjunct Physical Education Instructor

Inside Higher Ed, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275

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Position Summary

Lawson State Community College is accepting applications for part‑time/adjunct faculty for all subjects. Individuals will be hired as needed. Submitted applications will remain on file for 36 months. Terms of Employment

Employed on an "As Needed" basis; local salary schedule in accordance to documented academic credentials and/or educational experiences; and not to exceed nine credit hours per semester. All exceptions must be approved by the Vice President for Instruction. Salary

Local Salary Schedule (based on credentials and area of assignment): PE Courses $1,275 per course (1 credit hour). Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Adhere to all requirements of the learning management system (Blackboard), including posting course syllabi, announcements, calendars, presentations, assignments, and test dates. Adhere to and teach from current job‑relevant course syllabi and training plan. Supplement lectures and demonstrations with multimedia materials. Demonstrate to students the safe use of each piece of equipment used in the training plan. Include safety, health, and fire prevention as an integral part of instruction. Maintain an environment that is conducive to learning. Supervise students and maintain discipline in class, lab, and shop. Develop laboratory projects that enable students to relate theory to practical application through laboratory assignments. Distribute to students at the beginning of each term a current syllabus containing course objectives, outline, methods of evaluation, schedule of activities, lab/shop rules and regulations, and course requirements such as books, supplies, and equipment. Administer written and performance examinations systematically to determine progress and administer final examinations. Implement a system of recording student progress (e.g., progress charts, Blackboard or equivalent). Teach and demand good work habits from students. Submit to the department chair and supervising administrators a plan to be followed during any absence. Communicate students’ progress to students and appropriate personnel by established guidelines. Supervise students in cooperative educational settings (when applicable). Respond to students’ requests promptly, usually within 24 to 48 hours. Follow all regulations regarding online instruction (when applicable). Facilitate instructional methodologies for programs requiring "industry chemicals/products". Recordkeeping

Maintain permanent roll and accurate attendance of students. Submit attendance reports as required on time. Follow the state and institution’s adopted grading system. Submit grades each term for each student by the due date. Submit forms to the registrar when changes occur in students’ status. Assist students in submitting the required documents for graduation. Enforcement of College Policies

Participate in departmental orientation. Communicate to students announcements as directed by the administration. Follow institutional and system policies, procedures, and guidelines. Adhere to FERPA regulations and report any known violations. Adhere to ADA accommodation requirements when presented with official documentation. Qualifications

Applicants must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree including 18 graduate semester hours (27 graduate quarter hours) in the teaching discipline within the following academic divisions: Language, Health & Physical Education/Science, Math, Social Science, Business. Application Procedures

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a complete application packet through the online application system (www.lawsonstate.edu). The packet must include an online application, transcripts, and a current resume. Completed application packets that are incomplete or not submitted through the online system will not be considered. If you have any questions, contact the Office of Human Resources at (205) 929-3408. EEO, E‑Verify, and Background Check

Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Alabama Community College System requires non‑discrimination on any protected class. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified disabled applicants. An employment‑eligible criminal background check will be required. E‑Verify is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program. Additional Information

Complete application files must be received within the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.

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