Technical Arts, Adjunct Instructor (Applicant Pool)

Job Description:
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Adjunct Instructor positions are part-time, semester-to-semester, non-benefited MCCC/MTA/DCE unit positions.
Springfield Technical Community College's Digital Media Production and Graphic Communication and Photography Departments are currently seeking an Adjunct Instructor who will directly report to the Dean of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to deliver engaging lectures, conduct hands-on demonstrations, and assign practical tasks across a diverse range of responsibilities. This includes expertise in audio/video production, both in studio and field settings, extending to mastery in multimedia production, with a focus on web design, interactive media, and online media distribution. The preferred candidate will demonstrate proficiency in graphic communication, with a strong emphasis on skills related to typography, layout, and the strategic design and analytics of social media content. Additional skills including industry experience, familiarity with the Adobe Suite, DaVinci Resolve and proficiency in the Learning Management Software Blackboard are a plus.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Actively participates with classroom discussions; sharing experiences and perspectives.
• Adjuncts will conduct classes, prepare for instruction, assess student performance, provide student assistance by appointment, collaborate with other division faculty and adjuncts to provide consistent learning objectives, engage in professional development and required trainings, and attend a limited number of faculty meetings. It may be necessary to teach courses across different modalities like online, hybrid, and face to face. Adjuncts are also required to meet all College policies and administrative deadlines.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree within the fields of Digital Media Production and/or Graphic Arts Technology
• 2-3 years of College, high school, or adult education teaching experience..

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree within the fields of Digital Media Production and/or Graphic Arts Technology.
• Successful community college teaching experience.
• Commitment to fostering inclusiveness, equity and diversity within the academic setting.
• Teaching experience with Early College students or at the High School level.
• Commitment to the mission of the community college.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
Additional Information:
Salary: DCE Adjunct Contract Rates
Benefits: No
Union: MCCC
Grant Funded: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:
Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.
Application Instructions:
All available positions are located at: www.stcc.edu/about-stcc/employment which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter**, resume and three (3) professional references.
**Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.
POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY
Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's for Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at kcsenie@stcc.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Springfield Technical Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.
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