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The Adjunct Instructor provides quality instruction in assigned Hospitality and Culinary Management courses, ensuring compliance with departmental standards, curriculum, and assessment practices. The instructor fosters a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the diverse community of the college. Location: East Chicago Campus Pay Rate: $47.35 per contact hour Reports To: Program Chair, Hospitality / Culinary Management Responsibilities Deliver instruction according to established curriculum and departmental guidelines. Maintain accurate records and submit reports, grades, and required documentation on time. Communicate effectively with the Program Chair, faculty, and staff. Collaborate with full-time faculty to assess student performance and align with course outcomes. Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and related instructional technology. Foster positive rapport with multicultural student and faculty populations. Terms of Employment Adjunct faculty are employed on a term-by-term basis with no guarantee of ongoing employment. Maximum teaching load: 12 contact hours per semester (equivalent to 27 hours of work time). Total work hours may not exceed 20 per week. Campus chancellor approval required for loads beyond 12 contact hours or cross-campus assignments. May include limited non-instructional service if total hours remain under 30 per week. This position is not eligible for full-time faculty benefits. Application Note: Please upload transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment. Hospitality Administration Program Standards A qualified faculty member in the Hospitality Administration program must meet all of the following criteria: Possess an earned bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution. Have academic preparation and/or work experience appropriate to the courses being taught. Hold professional certification in the field. ServSafe Sanitation Manager Certification is required. Course-Specific Standards HOSP 102 and 105 (Laboratory Courses) A qualified faculty member meets the course standard through one of the following routes: Holds professional certification in the field and has two or more years of directly related work experience, or Possesses a Workplace Specialist License granted by the Indiana Department of Education in Occupational Family and Consumer Sciences: Culinary Arts and Food Service Management Occupations. HOSP 200, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 230, 231, 232, and 270 (Laboratory Courses) A qualified faculty member must meet both of the following criteria: Hold professional certification in the field. Have five or more years of directly related work experience. Note: If selected for an interview, candidates will be required to complete a teaching demonstration. Experience Requirements Demonstrated ability to interact and collaborate confidently with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds. Experience using standard culinary arts classroom equipment and software. Proficient in both classical and contemporary cooking methods. Application Note: Please upload transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment. Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights. Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include: Health & Wellness Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources Financial & Retirement Benefits All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits. Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights. At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full-fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact. Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace
