Philosophy - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Position Summary: The Sinclair Philosophy Department provides students the opportunity to analyze and thoughtfully respond to the fundamental questions that arise from the full range of human experience. These include questions about the nature of reality, justice, truth, meaning, good, evil and morality. It involves both questioning one’s assumptions about the world and self and constructively piecing together consistent worldviews. Sinclair is currently seeking part-time (adjunct) faculty for day, evening, online and weekend courses at our downtown Dayton campus, Courseview campus in Mason, OH and Centerville campus. The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hour assigned to teach. For the full list of available courses to teach, please explore our course catalog. This position is open only to applicants who reside in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform work within one of these states. Sinclair Community College restricts part-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements. Why you’ll love Sinclair: The following are some of the benefits that part-time/adjunct faculty with Sinclair College receive: Tuition Waiver for You: Employees can take advantage of tuition-free access for up to 3 credit hours per semester. Career Growth Opportunities: Grow your career through opportunities for advancement and promotion

Generous Retirement Benefits: Build your future through participation in STRS, including a 14% employer contribution. Work-Life Balance and Wellness: Access programs, resources, and events that support your personal well-being and professional success. Faculty Mentorship: Receive guidance and support from experienced faculty to help you transition from a professional career into the classroom. *SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities: Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students’ needs Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning Maintain accurate records of student progress Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines Maintain confidentiality of student information Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than the maximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements: Minimum of a master’s degree in philosophy or a master’s degree with at least 18 semester credit hours of graduate coursework in the content area is required Evidence of successful prior teaching experience is preferred Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work successfully in a community college environment Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (if applicable) and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to date of hire. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have a master's degree in a related field, or a master's degree with 18 graduate hours in a related field? Yes No * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the state in which you currently reside or will perform work for this position. Ohio Indiana Kentucky I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of these states. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, and will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for a work visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in the future. Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but will require sponsorship now or in the future. No, I am not authorized to work in the United States. Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Master's Transcript Optional Documents Teaching Philosophy Other Letter of Recommendation (1) Associate's Transcript Bachelor's Transcript PhD/EdD/JD Transcripts Sinclair Community College Human Resources 444 W. Third St. Building 7, Room 340 Dayton, Ohio, 45402