Adjunct, American Sign Language (ASL) Studies- Online
Frederick Community College

Adjunct Job Title:

Adjunct, American Sign Language (ASL) Studies- Online

Facilitate Student Learning:

1. Facilitate student mastery of core learning outcomes using the most relevant and scholarly and artistic tools and practices available in the discipline.
2. Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and advancement of critical essential communication skills.
3. Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into the instructional process as appropriate and conduct classes in a manner that demonstrates respect for individual and cultural differences.
4. Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
5. Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy.
6. Submit syllabi and other instructional materials in a timely manner.
7. Maintain regular communication with students and, when appropriate, use the Student Success Alert notification process.
8. Assess student work in a timely manner and submit course grades by the posted deadline.
9. Online course instructors will respond to student email inquiries within 24-36 hours.
10. Use the FCC email account provided for them to communicate with the College, faculty, staff, and students. Share this information with their students.
11. Utilizing synchronous technology such as Zoom
12. Utilizing Blackboard or another LMS to deliver course content
13. Utilize GoReact for the evaluation of student work
14. Provide regular and substantive interactions in an online learning environment15. Applying the L2 approach

Professional Development:

1. Seek out current developments and information within discipline.
2. Identify and implement, as appropriate, innovative pedagogical practices.
3. Strive to understand and use technology as it applies to pedagogical standards of delivery within the discipline and as it is appropriate for the student population.
4. Apply technology or other skills to tasks designated by the administration and professional development opportunities.

Other Expectations:

1. Participate in New Adjunct Orientation, Adjunct Nights, and other professional training provided by the College for which adjunct faculty will be additionally compensated.
2. Collect and submit required student learning outcomes (SLO) and general education assessment data for courses under review.
3. Submit required employment documentation, including all official post-secondary transcripts, in a timely manner.
4. Complete Title IX Sexual Misconduct, safety and security, and other required training.
5. Communicate to students evacuation, lockdown, and other safety protocols during the first class session and repeat as necessary after the last add date.
6. Understanding of Quality Matters or other online instructional design systems
7. Applying the Quality Matters Rubric (APPQMR) or other online instructional design certifications preferred
8. Three years of experience with online instruction
9. Experience with Blackboard and GoReact preferred

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Appropriate training and experience is desired.

All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through 5/31/2025.

For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Jerri Seremeth at jseremeth@frederick.edu or 240-772-5935.

Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and strongly encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.