Adjunct Faculty (IvyOnline) - Medical Assisting

Online Adjunct Faculty are hired each
semester on an as-needed basis. Online Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating an online
learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals and for providing effective
instruction and assessment within the framework of the provided single version master
course. Courses are taught completely online in primarily 8-week (rarely 16-week) format.

In compliance with the College’s Out of State Workers Policy, only candidates who will reside in and work from the states of Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio will be considered for this position.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College

policy and course objectives. IvyOnline’s minimum expectations for Online Adjunct

Faculty are found in the Academic Support and Operations Manual, Policy 7.5.2. Online

Adjunct Faculty are also encouraged to review and implement best practices from the

online teaching best practices list.

• Make optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.

• Supplement and alter, where appropriate, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.

Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.

• Engage with students proactively and regularly in meaningful and productive ways that

impact student learning and lead to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community

College.

• Demonstrate evidence of developing and implementing teaching strategies focused on

engaging online students with their learning.

• Interact with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner,

complying with College policies, guidelines and expectations.

• Maintain a safe, quality online educational environment.

• Must be committed to an environment where team members feel valued, respected and supported.
Must demonstrate a strong commitment to a workplace culture that recognizes and appreciates varied perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Must be passionate about creating and maintaining a team dynamic that encourages open communication and mutual respect.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this

position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements,

and professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction.

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Medical Assisting Program Standard

A qualified faculty member in medical assisting meets both of the following criteria:

• Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, and
• Is current and competent in the MAERB Core Curriculum objectives included in their assigned teaching, as evidenced by two years of directly related work experience, and one of the following:
• Completed academic preparation appropriate to the program and/or discipline being taught.
• Current Professional certification in the field

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.