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Adjunct Philosophy (EXPIRED)

Department of Philosophy, Community College of Allegheny County

Job category Junior faculty / Fixed term
AOS Open
AOC Open
Workload Part time
Vacancies 1
Location Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Job description

The primary responsibilities of the faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. To meet these responsibilities, faculty must remain knowledgeable about advances in their disciplines, in learning theory, and in pedagogy. Faculty portfolios will include contributions and program development and show evidence of ongoing professional development. 

Job Duties: 

  1. The primary responsibilities of faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. Prepare and provide students with course outlines that support learning objectives set forth in the course syllabus. Develop and measure learning outcomes. Assess student performance and maintain grade records. 
  2. Create an effective learning environment through the use of a variety of instructional methods. 
  3. Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision. 
  4. Work with other program and/or discipline faculty to complete scheduled program reviews and to use the findings to revise the curriculum. 
  5. Participate in appropriate professional development activities to assure currency in both discipline, knowledge and instructional methods. 
  6. Participate in department/discipline, division, campus, and college meetings and committees. 
  7. Participate in college projects, surveys, studies, and reports that relate to the discipline or program. 
  8. Collaborate in the development of program and/or discipline promotional materials. 
  9. Support the college's goals. 
  10. Perform other related duties as required or assigned. 

Job Specifications: Master's degree in philosophy. 

Applicants for teaching assignments are expected to have strong communication skills. Applicants are expected to have post-secondary teaching experiences; work experiences in the discipline to be taught; and knowledge of industry-related software and systems, including industry certifications, where appropriate. Degrees must be from an accredited institution.

All applicants must apply online by application due date; please visit www.ccacjobs.com. The College's online application system will allow you to complete a college application, apply online, answer screening questions, and attach a resume, cover letter and other documents. 

How to apply
Application type Unknown (see text above)
Hard deadline May 9, 2013, 3:06pm EST
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Web address for more information https://www.ccacjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickF...
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Time created October 15, 2012, 9:46pm UTC
Scheduled expiry date February 12, 2013, 11:46am EST
Expired on May 10, 2013, 8:06pm EST
Last updated May 11, 2013, 12:06am UTC
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