Adjunct Faculty - Spanish

Grand Rapids Community College • Grand Rapids, MI • 1h ago

Department: Language & Thought

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Community College Department of Language and Thought is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach https://www.grcc.edu/schools-departments/language-thought/foreign-languages in the summer semester on our Grand Rapids campus and in the synchronous virtual format.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.

Adjunct needs are determined on a semester by semester basis, as are the number of sections offered each semester. GRCC classes are held at a variety of (1) Times: Monday through Saturday. For semester start and end dates, please see GRCC's https://www.grcc.edu/about-grcc/leadership-administration/provost/academic-calendar. Only adjunct faculty living in the state of Michigan can teach classes for GRCC.

Requisition ID: 894

Employee Group:https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/2022-2025%20Faculty%20Association%20contract.docx.pdf

Schedule: Summer Semester

Compensation: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty/adjunct-faculty-pay-rates

Reports to: Associate Dean - School of Liberal Arts

Posting Opens: 04/16/2025

Posting Closes: Open until filled

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Spanish. Teach courses and fulfill adjunct faculty responsibilities, including fostering a stimulating classroom environment, following syllabus templates, and using department-approved textbooks. Maintain accurate student records and provide reasonable accommodations as per ADA guidelines as approved by Disability Support Services to meet students' needs. Respond to communications promptly and ensure student access to course information. Follow the required syllabus template. Comply with GRCC policies and the Faculty Association Contract.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Spanish. Teaching experience at a community college preferred.

Skills

Expertise in the subject area with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with diverse student populations and faculty, and proficiency in instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas, Blackboard). Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands

Some evening work (grading, preparing for class, responding to email questions) will be needed. Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands

Appreciation and understanding for the community college philosophy, commitment to diversity, and community service. Strong initiative, problem-solving, and ability to handle unexpected duties. High energy and enthusiasm for supporting students and colleagues under pressure. Must use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations in a professional manner.

Working Conditions

GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on ourhttp://www.grcc.edu/policieshttp://www.grcc.edu/policies. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that calls for flexibility/adaptability.

BENEFITS

Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsitehttps://www.grcc.edu/employers-community/ford-fieldhousehttps://www.grcc.edu/employers-community/ford-fieldhouse. Continuous Learning:https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/grants-departmenthttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/grants-department andhttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/finance-administration/employee-reimbursement/tuition-benefit#:~:text=Employees%20seeking%20tuitio

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