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Faculty, Philosophy
Faculty, Philosophy
Posting Number: 0001043
Reports to:
Dean of Arts & Sciences
Department: Arts and Sciences Education
Classification: Faculty
Full or Part-time: Full Time
Job Summary:
Provides instruction, outreach, and other professional contributions aligned with the mission and strategic goals of the College and the Academic Affairs Unit. Develops, implements, and maintains currency of courses, programs, and curricula in assigned program/discipline. Creates an innovative and engaging learning environment
Essential Functions:
1.Designs and delivers effective instruction as assigned through traditional, online, and hybrid formats, using course outlines approved by the College Curriculum Committee.
2. In collaboration with departmental colleagues, designs/selects and implements appropriate assessment of student learning at the course and program level.
3. Assists department chair in developing academic class schedules and department budgets for Philosophy and Humanities, when appropriate.
4. In collaboration with department chair, selects and orders course textbooks in a timely fashion.
5. Advises students within academic discipline (or closely related field) and holds posted office hours, as required by the faculty contract.
6. Submits contract, grades, and other required paperwork within prescribed timelines.
7. Contributes to the Colleges governance by serving on institutional committees, task forces, or other College-wide workgroups and attends departmental, divisional, and college-wide meetings.
8. Recommends equipment and software needs to Instructional Division Dean.
9. Develops and maintains relationships with appropriate strategic internal and external constituencies (e.g., area high schools, community agencies, advisory committees, professional organizations, industry partners, Testing & Tutoring Services, International Students office, etc.).
10. Collaborates with instructional administration in conducting program/discipline area reviews and other continuous improvement activities in teaching and learning, including periodic curriculum reviews.
10. Collaborates with instructional administration in conducting program/discipline area reviews and other continuous improvement activities in teaching and learning, including periodic curriculum reviews.
11. Effectively integrates the use of instructional technology in instruction, when appropriate.
12. Remains current in the discipline taught as well as in current trends in teaching methodologies for their specific discipline.
13. Participates in graduation exercises.
14. Contributes to decision-making in a productive manner.
15. Participates, as requested by instructional administration, in the interviewing and selection process for full-time faculty.
16. Maintains the highest ethical standards in relationships with constituencies, research activities, and business dealings with and on behalf of the College, per College policy.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Duties:
Accountabilities:
Job Specifications:
Masters degree in Philosophy or a Masters degree in a related discipline and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Philosophy; Ph.D. in Philosophy preferred. Teaching experience required; community college teaching experience preferred. A strong candidate would be qualified to teach courses in an additional Humanities discipline(s).
OTHER HIGHLY DESIRED QUALITIES:
Teaching experience with a broad array of student populations preferred. Curriculum development and program oversight experience desired. Commitment to the value of diversity and the free and open exchange of ideas; technically competent particularly in the area of instructional technology; ability to design and implement effective assessment strategies for measuring student learning; knowledgeable and committed to the mission and purposes of community colleges.
To provide the best service to our external and internal customers, all positions at Lake Michigan College require regular and predicable on-site attendance as an essential job functions. Under certain circumstances, the College may consider alternative work arrangements and will do so in compliance with and according to the parameters outlined in the Colleges Flexible Scheduling and Remote Work Options policy.
Grade:
Salary Range: Based on highest education level achieved and Faculty Grid
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Be a part of the Red Hawk family and apply today! Benefits start on first day of hire! Extensive paid time off (including Spring Break), College fully pays the in-network health insurance deductible, minimum of 10% employer retirement contribution per payroll, and much more!
https://www.lakemichigancollege.edu/about.
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Official transcripts required upon hire.
Monday through Thursday summer work hours apply to this position.
Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@lakemichigancollege.edu.
Official transcripts required upon hire.
Monday through Thursday summer work hours apply to this position.
Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@lakemichigancollege.edu.
Open Date: 03/23/2026
Closing Date:
To apply, visit https://lmc.simplehire.com/postings/5584
About Lake Michigan College
Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses -two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline.
Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve.
Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees.
Living in Southwest Michigan
Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches, wineries, and nationally acclaimed golf courses. But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life.
LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis.
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