Job Type

Contract
Description
About Keuka College:
Keuka College, founded in 1890, is a liberal arts-based, private, four-year college in the heart of New York's Finger Lakes. The College offers small classes augmented by its trademark Field Period® program - an annual, 140-hour experiential learning program. Graduates leave with significant, real-world experience because of this immersion in experiential learning - long the cornerstone of a Keuka College education. The College's 290-acre campus hosts just under 1,000 students, approximately 220 employees, and more than 5,000 summer conference guests. It is the largest private employer in Yates County, where its annual regional economic impact is more than $110 million. With a home campus on the shore of Keuka Lake, satellite classes throughout New York, and programs in China and Vietnam, Keuka College carries on the original mission of its founder, the Rev. Dr. George Harvey Ball, to educate young students and adult learners "to bring strength to our nation and to help humanity." The College is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Some of Keuka College Benefits and Perks:
•Opportunity to work with a dynamic team in an energetic work environment located on the shores of Keuka Lake in the heart of the Finger Lakes.
•Educational benefits include employee Tuition Remission, Tuition Reimbursement, and Tuition Exchange for dependents.
•Annual winter break at the end of December.
•Retirement contributions and supplemental plans
•Access to comprehensive, wellness programs and an Employee Assistance Program
•Access to on-campus workout facilities, fitness classes, and lakefront activities (seasonal)
•Employee discount programs with on-campus dining, the Campus Bookstore, local businesses, and national brands.
•Access to career development opportunities.
Summary
We provide an excellent opportunity to teach and grow professionally in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. Quality teaching is a top priority of the College, and we thus seek enthusiastic, experienced teachers. Keuka College has a strong commitment to principles of diversity and encourages applications from groups underrepresented in higher education. Instructors are needed at our main campus and branch locations to teach during the day and evening hours. Assigned courses may be at an undergraduate or graduate level. This is a pool position. The Division Chair will access the applicant pool when there is a hiring need and qualified applicants for this position could be called for an interview on an as-needed basis.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Plan course instruction based upon the approved syllabus
• Follow the outline provided to assure course content and objectives are met
• Design, administer, and grade course assignments, essays, and exams to assess achievement of course objectives as identified by the syllabus
• Plan effectively for classes and student success
• As required, serve as a second reader for the student's Capstone Thesis
• Actively engage with students in the learning process
• Work with the Division Chair to ensure instructional and program quality
• Contribute to program development through collaborative participation in curriculum design and review, promotion of collaborative partnerships, and engaging with faculty, adjuncts, and/or students in joint projects
• Responsible for ensuring that assigned tasks are completed in compliance with various institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times towards co-workers, and internal and external customers, representing Keuka College, its programs, policies, and procedures in a positive and professional manner. Maintain effective working relationships to ensure institution-wide teamwork.
• Attend provided/necessary training and other meetings to support effectiveness within the position as required.
• Consistently demonstrate high standards of integrity by supporting the Keuka College mission, vision, and values and adhering to institutional policies.
• Maintain a high regard for student privacy in accordance with the FERPA privacy policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.
• Perform other functions as assigned by management.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master's Degree required.
2. Two to three years of teaching experience preferred.
3. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
4. Understand and behave with a high level of integrity and complete confidentiality at all times.
5. Ability to be sensitive to and respond to the needs/concerns of students, faculty, college staff, and the public.
6. Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for interruptions, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.

Physical Requirements:

• Some evening and weekend work may be required

Salary Description

$1,000 / course credit