Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Main Campus - Toms River, NJJob Type: Semester BasedJob Number: 202300512Division: Academic AffairsDepartment: Arts & Humanities- Adjunct & PT TeachersOpening Date: 11/22/2024Closing Date: ContinuousThe PositionAdjunct Faculty provide course instruction in a manner that ensures student comprehension, retention of knowledge and positive and effective student engagement. This position demonstrates an understanding of course content, appropriate instructional and communication methods and the importance of following established syllabi and adhering to College policies, guidelines and teaching requirements. Classification: Adjunct AssociationInstructional Duration: Semester BasedAY25: $900 / semester hourPlease Note: To be considered for this position, applicants must upload transcripts as part of their application. Incomplete applications, including those without transcripts, will not be reviewed. What You Will Do1. Holds classes for all scheduled times; including the last scheduled class and adheres to and meets all established college teaching policies, guidelines and standards2. Adheres to course delivery requirements that are outlined in the official course description, master course syllabi/outline, class syllabi, and lab schedules as applicable; submits a course syllabus and course outline that must be approved by the School Dean seven calendar days prior to the start of class3. May attend departmental meetings; and serve on search committees as determined by the School Dean, Dean of e-Learning and/or Vice President at their discretion4. Responds to invitations to make recommendations to the School Dean regarding the selection of textbooks or other required texts relative to the adjunct faculty member's appropriate academic discipline and teaching assignment5. Completes grading of student assignments and exams within 5 days; submits final grades no later than 48 hours after the conclusion of their last day of class; remains available to students during the week following the posting of final grades as mutually determined by the School Dean and the adjunct faculty member6. Participates in student learning outcomes assessment related to the adjunct's teaching assignment as directed by the School Dean7. Adheres to all established College faculty and student absence and attendance policies, guidelines and requirements which includes the Adjunct Handbook8. Prepares and maintains Canvas shells for assigned classes to include recording student attendance, posting assignment grades and exam grades, and communicates electronically to students9. Completes related projects and duties as assignedThe Successful Candidate Must Have1. Education - one of the following:a. Master's Degree in the discipline;b. Master's Degree in a different discipline with at least 18 graduate credits in the discipline;c. Master's Degree in a different discipline, plus at least two years of directly related professional field experience and/or certification/licensure in the field of specialization;d. Bachelor's Degree in the discipline, plus at least five years of directly related professional field experience and certification or licensure in the field.2. Prior experience teaching at the high school or college level; or experience as a trainer or in conducting group presentations3. Proven communication and interpersonal skills.4. Recent technology experience as required of the position.Even Better If You Have 1. Prior exposure to online course study or a Learning Management System (LMS).Ocean County College offers the following benefits to Adjunct Association Members:Pension Benefits:Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. This position qualifies for participation in the Alternate Benefit Program. For more information visit: Tuition Reimbursement/Waiver *Must teach eight (8) consecutive semesters to be eligible for educational assistance*OCC offers a limited tuition reimbursement for accredited graduate level courses as well as a limited non-credit OCC course reimbursement.OCC credit course tuition is 50% off for all adjuncts and their eligible dependents. Ocean County College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer. Go to: for more information.Employee Assistance Program:OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services. 01 Which of the following describes the type of Master's Degree (or higher) you currently possess:
- Master's or higher Degree in this discipline
- Master's or higher Degree in a different discipline with at least 18 graduate credits in this discipline
- Master's or higher Degree in a different discipline with two years of professional related experience in this field
- None of the above
02 What subject area are you applying to teach in? Required Question