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Community College of Allegheny County
Adjunct History
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What they do
A History Professor teaches foundational historical ideas, truths, and events to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the history curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$103,075 / year median in Pennsylvania
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Adjunct History Position Title:
Adjunct History Department:
Academics Campus:
College Wide Additional Information:
Please note: If you are a PSERS retiree, per PSERS guidelines, employment by the College as an adjunct faculty member will result in the suspension of your retirement benefits by PSERS.Transcripts:
Applicants must electronically attach scanable unofficial transcripts when applying to this posting. Work Hours (for hourly positions): Days and hours vary according to class schedule and the needs of the College and Department.Salary Grade:
Per Contract Job Category:
Adjunct/Faculty Employment Type:
Adjunct Part-Time General Summary:
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.Requirements:
Master's degree in history or master's degree in closely-related discipline with at least eighteen (18) graduate credits in history. 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.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.Clearances:
Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available here . To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: https://ccac.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=51 Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-6d3d578166e5324b9ed5f05d88d94c22Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance
- Other Retirement and Savings