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Position Summary
Lawson State Community College is accepting applications for part‑time/adjunct faculty for all subjects.
This is an applicant pool; individuals will be hired as needed.
Note: Submitted applications will remain on file for 36 months.
Under general supervision, prepare and deliver instruction for credited academic and technical courses at Lawson State at the freshmen and sophomore coursework levels and perform other duties and tasks associated with institutional effectiveness.
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 Academic Adjuncts (3 hrs.) – MS/MA $1683 per 3 credit course.
Academic Adjuncts (3 hrs.) – PhD./Ed.D. $1836 per 3 credit course.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Adhere to all requirements regarding the learning management system (Blackboard) including posting 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 in instruction.
Maintain an environment 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 a current syllabus at the beginning of each term containing course objectives, outline, evaluation methods, schedule of activities, lab/shop rules and equipment required.
Administer written and performance examinations systematically to determine students’ progress and administer final examinations.
Implement a system of recording student progress such as progress charts or via the learning management system.
Teach and demand good work habits from students.
Submit to the department chairperson and supervising administrators a plan to be followed during the 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 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 violations.
Adhere to ADA accommodation requirements when presented with official documentation.
Qualifications Fine Arts: Art, Music, and Theatre – Qualified applicants must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree including 18 graduate semester hours (27 graduate quarter hours) in the teaching discipline.
Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a complete application packet through the online application system (www.lawsonstate.edu).
Application material may not be submitted by fax or email.
No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position.
Contact the Office of Human Resources at (205) 929-3408 for questions.
A complete application packet consists of: online application, transcript(s), a current resume.
If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.
Application packet will remain part of the applicant pool for 36 months.
Applicants who fail to submit a complete packet will not be considered.
Top applicants must provide employment verification letters from a current or previous employer detailing employment dates, job titles, and official letterhead with authorized signature.
EEO, E-Verify, and Background Check Statements Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion shall be excluded from participation, denied benefits, or subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.
Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.
Applicants chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check.
Employment is contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification.
The college is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Additional Information Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline.
Applicants must adhere to the college’s interview schedule and travel at their own expense.
The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.
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This is an applicant pool; individuals will be hired as needed.
Note: Submitted applications will remain on file for 36 months.
Under general supervision, prepare and deliver instruction for credited academic and technical courses at Lawson State at the freshmen and sophomore coursework levels and perform other duties and tasks associated with institutional effectiveness.
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 Academic Adjuncts (3 hrs.) – MS/MA $1683 per 3 credit course.
Academic Adjuncts (3 hrs.) – PhD./Ed.D. $1836 per 3 credit course.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Adhere to all requirements regarding the learning management system (Blackboard) including posting 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 in instruction.
Maintain an environment 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 a current syllabus at the beginning of each term containing course objectives, outline, evaluation methods, schedule of activities, lab/shop rules and equipment required.
Administer written and performance examinations systematically to determine students’ progress and administer final examinations.
Implement a system of recording student progress such as progress charts or via the learning management system.
Teach and demand good work habits from students.
Submit to the department chairperson and supervising administrators a plan to be followed during the 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 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 violations.
Adhere to ADA accommodation requirements when presented with official documentation.
Qualifications Fine Arts: Art, Music, and Theatre – Qualified applicants must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree including 18 graduate semester hours (27 graduate quarter hours) in the teaching discipline.
Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a complete application packet through the online application system (www.lawsonstate.edu).
Application material may not be submitted by fax or email.
No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position.
Contact the Office of Human Resources at (205) 929-3408 for questions.
A complete application packet consists of: online application, transcript(s), a current resume.
If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.
Application packet will remain part of the applicant pool for 36 months.
Applicants who fail to submit a complete packet will not be considered.
Top applicants must provide employment verification letters from a current or previous employer detailing employment dates, job titles, and official letterhead with authorized signature.
EEO, E-Verify, and Background Check Statements Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion shall be excluded from participation, denied benefits, or subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.
Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.
Applicants chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check.
Employment is contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification.
The college is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Additional Information Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline.
Applicants must adhere to the college’s interview schedule and travel at their own expense.
The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.
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