Elementary French Adjunct

The hiring rate for this position is as follows: rate with Master’s Degree is $3,528; rate with Master’s degree and two years of college-level teaching experience is $3,714.  Hiring offers will be determined based on the final candidate’s education and relevant experience.  The recruiter can share more information about what the anticipated hiring salary would be based upon your specific qualifications during the selection process. 

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POSITION SUMMARY

Culinary Institute of America adjunct faculty members are responsible for teaching students a high standard of professionalism.  The responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to teaching and evaluating students.  Adjunct faculty members also maintain office hours, assist students who are having difficulty with studies, and honor college policies.  

Elementary French I (FREN-101) 3 Credits

For students who have had little or no previous exposure to the language.  This course is a foundation in spoken and written French, listening and reading comprehension, grammatical usage, and cultural backgrounds. Class will be conducted in French.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare daily lesson plans for classes and teach classes as requested and scheduled, in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of the Institute.


• Work individually as an advisor for students who may need extra help, who have questions about course information, who want career guidance, or who need assistance in their studies.


• Provide regular and constructive feedback to students in an objective, consistent, and timely manner; evaluates and documents student performance using established methods and criteria; files course grades consistently and without prejudice.


• Evaluate and document student performance using established methods and criteria.


• File course grades promptly within the specific timeframe allowed.


• Compile and present instructional material at scheduled times and places in accordance with the College Catalog descriptions, course syllabi and outlines and class schedules as assigned.


• Utilize the established syllabus and textbook(s) for the course being taught.


• Maintain record of student attendance, student progress, and grade distributions.


• Maintain discipline and order during instructional activities.


• Communicate through appropriate channels.


• Enforce sanitation principles (appropriate to particular teaching assignment), attendance policies, Institute’s Professionalism, Uniform, and Hygiene Policy, and other academic policies.


• Supports the mission and policies of the Institute.


• Assume responsibility for equipment and facilities of the classroom.


• Any and all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Master's Degree in a related field.

Experience:

• Teaching experience required.


• Advanced knowledge of subject area required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Experience using Moodle.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong interpersonal skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively work across the organization.


• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive student issues with confidentiality and discretion.


• Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills required.


• Strong computer experience, which must include abilities to work effectively with MS Office suite products, i.e. Word, PowerPoint.


• Moderate to strong organizational skills, detail oriented and thorough.


• Ability to work independently or in a team environment, and maintain collaborative relationships with all members of faculty and administration.


• Must have an excellent and welcoming presence in front of guests and employees.  Moderate to strong presentation skills are required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work requires regular use of a computer.


• Must be able to work the assigned course schedule.