An English Language or Literature Professor leads courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Adjunct Faculty General Description An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole. What position does this position report to? Dean of Arts, English, and Humanities What position(s) reports to this position? None Minimum Education/Experience Some college and 3-5 years professional experience in cinema and film. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Experience in the field of cinema as a working professional. Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills. Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software. Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles. Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education. Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle). Organization and attention to detail. Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system. Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers. Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit. Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing. Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts. Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups. Must be punctual. Must be reliable. Physical Demands/Working Conditions 1.
GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. 2.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom or lab to perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently communicate with students, faculty, and staff to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. This position requires the person to operate a computer, other office machinery and mobile devices to prepare, edit, or copy documents, video, or images. 3.
VISUAL ACUITY
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. 4.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position performs the essential functions in an indoor classroom, lab, or office setting. Preferred Qualifications Experience using industry standard grip and electric and/or camera equipment.
Work Hours:
Day, evening, or weekend as well as campus and/or online as required by section assignment.
Department:
Division of Arts, English & Humanities Open Until Filled:
No HR Contact:
Beth Holmes Job Duties (Position Specific) (The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement) An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/chair agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom. In addition to the primary responsibility for supporting student learning, an adjunct faculty member is expected to: Manage program and course curricula by writing course syllabi. Contribute to developing, implementing, and evaluating approved academic programs and developing new academic programs to meet community needs. Fulfill course, program, and department goals and objectives. Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department. Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and College administrators. Attend department, division, and College meetings as required. Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline. Maintain license or professional certification specific to program requirements. Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments. Support the College's vision, mission, goals, and priorities. Course(s) this position may teach include:
DCP 1000 SPECIAL TOPICS IN FILM TECHNOLOGY DCP 1133 PRODUCTION DESIGN DCP 1214 CINEMATOGRAPHY I DCP1713 SCREENWRITING DCP 2000 SPECIAL TOPICS IN FILM TECHNOLOGY DCP 2123 FILM PRODUCTION AND BUSINESS DCP 2214 CINEMATOGRAPHY II DCP 2253 FILM SOUND DCP 2273 DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING DCP 2323 FILM EDITING AND DIGITAL EFFECTS I DCP 2423 FILM EDITING AND DIGITAL EFFECTS II DCP 2453 FILM SOUND EDITING DCP 2613 FILM OR VIDEO INTERNSHIP DCP 2623 DIRECTING DCP 2713 CAPSTONE PROJECT
Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures) Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures. Contribute to a safe educational & working environment. Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others. Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices. Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation and shelter in place drills and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.
