Adjunct Instructor 1 - Statewide/Online Programs

Ferris State University

United States, Michigan, Big Rapids

1201 South State Street (Show on map)

Sep 13, 2024

Position Title:	Adjunct Instructor 1 - Statewide/Online Programs
Location:	Multiple Locations
Department:	40000 - EIO BR Admin
Advertised Salary:	Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FSU and FNTFO/AFT Agreement.
FLSA:	Exempt
Temporary/Continuing:	Temporary
Part-Time/Full-Time:	Part-Time
Union Group:	N/A
Term of Position:	As Needed
At Will/Just Cause:	At Will
Summary of Position:	Adjunct instructors are needed to teach undergraduate courses as part of Ferris State University's Statewide (off-campus) and online programs. The locations include, but are not limited to, Grand Rapids, Traverse City, Lapeer, and online. The list of programs where instructors may be needed is at https://ferris.edu/everywhere. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. This posting is being used for face-to-face and/or online instruction. However, the candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2024 at the earliest and January 2025 at the latest. These are estimated dates that may be revised as needed to match part-of-term assignments.
Position Type:	Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Required Education:	For all teaching assignments, a minimum of a bachelor's degree is required, typically in the discipline of instruction. In most cases, a master's degree with at least 18 graduate-level credits in the discipline is also required. The exact education needed will vary based on the course's defined qualifications.
Required Work Experience:	In general, three years of professional work experience and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The exact required work experience will vary based on the defined qualifications for the course.
Required Licenses and Certifications:	Varies based on the defined qualifications for the course.
Physical Demands:	Office Environment Moving Sitting Driving
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:	Previous teaching experience at college level.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:	Teach undergraduate courses as part of Ferris State University's Statewide (off-campus) and online programs. These include programs from the Colleges of Business, Arts-Sciences-Education, Health Professions, and Engineering Technology. Plan, deliver and grade all course content and student work for assigned courses. Meet established course outcomes. Faculty members also have professional responsibilities, which may include, but are not limited to, keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students) and participating in traditional functions that have academic significance (e.g., reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). For this position, the adjunct instructor will be required to teach off-campus or in an online environment. Demonstrates understanding diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Skills and Abilities:	Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Required Documents:	Cover Letter Resume Unofficial Transcript 1 Unofficial Transcript 2
Optional Documents:	If you have teaching experience, please submit a Curriculum Vitae.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Unofficial Transcript 1 (Required): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcripts of bachelor's degree. The transcript must include institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, and degree awarded. The finalist will be required to submit an official transcript. Unofficial Transcript 2 (Required): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Master's degree. If you do not have a master's degree, please write a justification explaining how your work experience is equivalent to the required education and attach that justification in place of the transcript. The transcript must include the institution name, applicant name, date of degree attained, and degree awarded. Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript.
Initial Application Review Date:	June 4, 2024
Open Until Position is Filled?:	No
Posting Close Date:	June 30, 2025
EEO Statement:	Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.