Alaska Christian College
Soldotna, AK

JOB TITLE:    Adjunct Faculty

DEPARTMENT:   Academic

REPORTS TO:    Academic Dean

STATUS:      Part time, Temporary, Non-exempt

PURPOSE:   To provide instruction in specific educational content to students at Alaska Christian College.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Teach class assignments following ACC procedures on syllabi and assessment.
2. Evaluate and grade students’ class work, assignments, and papers.
3. Maintain and report grades and embedded assignments in a timely manner.
4. Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
5. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
6. Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
7. Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
8. Provide instructional and assessment accommodations to those students with documented physical and learning disabilities.
9. Maintains a clean, safe, and unobstructed workspace.
10. Participate in other ministry opportunities as agreed upon.
11. Carries out other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:      None

MINISTRY EXPECTATIONS:

Alaska Christian College esteems our students and co-workers and values each as members of our community of faith.  Students, faculty, staff, visitors, and vendors are all considered to be customers and it is the duty of each employee, regardless of their position, to perform to a high level of customer service.  All employees are encouraged to develop meaningful relationships with students and other staff to promote the mutual growth of deeper whole-life discipleship.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must have a Masters degree in their field.
2. Must have good communication skills, both verbally and written.
3. Must have the ability to understand the implications of new information on current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
4. Must be able to select and use training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
5. Must be able to identify the educational needs of their students and develop formal educational or training programs to meet those needs.
6. Must understand and maintain confidentiality of all information seen or heard.
7. Must be detail oriented, with a high degree of accuracy and skill in all work performed.
8. Must function well in a cross cultural environment, have a teachable attitude, be willing to be a team player.
9. Must be able to work independently and show good judgment.
10. Must be organized, efficient, and show good time management skills.
11. Must be reliable and dependable with regular, timely attendance.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

These duties will be conducted in a classroom environment with limited exposure to hazardous materials.  Must have adequate sight to meet the responsibilities of the job.

DRESS CODE:

Within the office, “business casual” dress is expected.  Jeans are acceptable as long as they are clean and well-kept.  If any questions arise regarding what is appropriate, speak with the supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Monitor compliance with health, safety and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving.
2. Prepare food according to established menus and baking.
3. Monitor portion sized and presentation.
4. Maintain food and equipment inventories.
5. Maintains a clean, safe, and unobstructed workspace through general cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas.
6. Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment.
7. Carries out other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must have or acquire ServSafe certification.
2. Must possess knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and serving of food.
3. Must possess knife skills with the ability to prep food quickly and efficiently.
4. Must possess knowledge of catering operations, garnish and food presentation.
5. Must have good communication skills, both verbally and written.
6. Must have the ability to listen to and understand information being presented and be able to follow written instructions.
7. Detail oriented, with high degree of accuracy and skill in all work performed.
8. Must have the ability to keep hands and arms steady when necessary and to move quickly.
9. Must understand and maintain confidentiality of all information seen or heard.
10. Functions well in a cross-cultural environment, has a teachable attitude, is willing to be a team player.
11. Must be able to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
12. Must be able to work independently and show good judgment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Operates dish machine to company and manufacture specifications.
2. Uses proper measurement of detergent and sanitizer in the dish machine according to manufacturer’s specifications.
3. Wash and restock all dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans and other cooking equipment.
4. Gather, empty and remove all garbage.
5. Keep dish and storage areas clean and organized
6. Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, steam cleaning, or shampooing.
7. Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
8. Perform any combination of light housekeeping duties to maintain commercial establishments in a clean and orderly manner. Duties may include making beds, replenishing linens, doing laundry, and cleaning rooms and halls.
9. Clean, polish, dust furniture, fixtures, windows and mirrors and clean and maintain cooking, serving, and catering equipment according to company and manufacture specifications.
10. Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
11. Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings.
12. Monitor compliance with health, safety and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving.
13. Prepare food according to established menus and baking.
14. Monitor portion sized and presentation.
15. Maintain food and equipment inventories.
16. Maintains a clean, safe, and unobstructed workspace through general cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas.
17. Assists facility in maintaining compliance with the regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
18. Responsible for locking and securing rooms and buildings from entry
19. Carries out other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must have or acquire ServSafe certification.
2. Must have good communication skills, both verbally and written, with comprehensive understanding of the English language.
3. Must have the ability to understand information being presented and be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
4. Detailed oriented, with high degree of accuracy and skill in all work performed.
5. Functions well in a cross-cultural environment and willing to be a team player.
6. Must be able to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
7. Must be able to work independently and show good judgment, be comfortable working alone, self-motivated and able to complete a task with little or no supervision.
8. Must be organized, efficient, and show good time management skills.
9. Must be reliable and dependable with regular, timely attendance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Advises and serves the on-campus student body while living in community with the students.
2. Enforce rules and regulations.
3. Be available to students when on duty.
4. Mediate interpersonal problems between residents.
5. Disciplines and counsels students when necessary in conjunction with the Director of Student Services.
6. Leads Bible studies or mentor groups where applicable.
7. Provides social/recreational opportunities for students in a Christian atmosphere.
8. Provides transportation needs for the students.
9. Makes regular rounds to ensure that residents and areas are safe and secure.
10. Participates and assists in implementation of ministry trips and student leaders.
11. Develop standard operation procedures (SOP) manual for the RS position.
12. Serves in other areas where the RS desires growth and experience with the approval of the Director of Student Services depending on the type of experience desired.
13. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Completion of a Bachelors degree is preferred.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
3. Must have knowledge of human behavior, learning and motivation.
4. Must have an understanding of group behavior and dynamics.
5. Knowledge and experience in handling crisis interventions.
6. Experience serving and mentoring young adults.
7. Good knowledge of RS position and ability to make decisions affecting others.
8. Cultural sensitivity and cultural awareness as well as a teachable spirit.
9. Good team-building and team-managing skills.
10. Ability to keep a positive attitude with students and staff alike despite circumstances.
11. Must understand and maintain confidentiality of all information acquired during the performance of their duties.
12. Must be able to work independently and show good judgment.
13. Needs to be organized and show good time management skills.
14. Must be reliable and dependable with regular, timely attendance.
15. Able to meet the demands of an extraordinary schedule
16. Must be able to maintain emotional health and create self-care plans
17. Must be willing to take time for positive reflection and self-care activates on and off campus.
18. Must have a valid driver’s license.

1. 19. Must have a clean driving record.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Meet with students that are struggling and at-risk in order to develop a plan and intervention strategy for success
2. Follow-up with struggling students.
3. Schedule and coordinate Talking Circles
4. Manage and maintain ACC Early Alert database (Pharos360)
5. Accept and respond to referrals in Pharos360
6. Create and send bi-weekly surveys to faculty.
7. Create plans for at-risk students
8. Collaborate with Student Success Center, Academics, Student Services and NHCC to manage student care cases built in Pharos360.
9. Attend and participate as a non-voting consultant to the Retention Committee, SAP Committee, and the Academic Success Council.
10. Provide transportation to students for off-campus meetings.
11. Serve on the Retention Committee and assist in developing the campus wide retention plan.
12. Provide assessment data to the Retention Committee.
13. Develop standard operation procedures (SOP) manual for this position.
14. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Should have knowledge of principles for providing customer service including needs assessment, meeting quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.

2. Must have knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal influences, ethnicity, and cultural histories and origins.

3. Must have good communication skills, both verbally and written.

4. Must understand and maintain confidentiality of all information seen or heard.

5. Must be able to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.

6. Detail oriented, with a high degree of accuracy and skill in all work performed.

7. Functions well in a cross-cultural environment, has a teachable attitude, is willing to be a team player, must be adaptable, open to change and considerable variety in the workplace.

8. Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

9. Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word (basic keyboarding 40 wpm), Excel, Power Point, Access, and Outlook and campus specific software.

10. Must be organized, efficient, and show good time management skills.

11. Must have a valid driver’s license.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide both scheduled and walk-up tutorial services.
2. Oversee and create/provide materials for learning communities and/or reading circles as needed.
3. Keep accurate records of tutorial sessions, reading circles, and learning communities.
4. Maintain integrity in student work and tutorial session.
5. Provide feedback on Student Success Center usage to Student Success Center Manager.
6. Attend tutor training as provided through the Academic area.
7. With permission of the student, notify Student Success Center Manager and/or the Vice President for Academic Affairs when student concerns in subjects may necessitate a status change for the course.
8. Works with other tutoring staff and ACC volunteers to coordinate services for students.
9. Create/maintain motivating environment for learning.
10. Create activities for mid-term and finals weeks.
11. Serve as a mentor to one or more students (optional)
12. At the Student Success Center Manager’s discretion may serve as an ALP advisor to one or more student.
13. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
2. Demonstrate academic excellence.
3. Understand tutoring practice.
4. Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
5. Must understand and maintain confidentiality of all information seen or heard.
6. Must be able to work independently and show good judgment.
7. Needs to be organized and show good time management skills.
8. Must have a working knowledge of Windows Office and have good data entry skills.
9. Must be reliable and dependable with regular, timely attendance.