Common use of Responsibilities and Expectations Clause in Contracts

Responsibilities and Expectations. All Adjunct Faculty shall provide professional services within their individual areas of competency, including teaching or support duties according to their individual workload (or contractual) assignments and tier designation as detailed in this Agreement. The following are the general responsibilities for Adjunct Faculty: i. Teaching effectiveness or providing support (e.g., library, counseling) shall constitute the primary duties for all adjunct faculty. These duties shall be of primary importance and constitute the major portion of the instruction faculty’s responsibilities. ii. Develop, prepare, and teach college-approved courses in accordance with approved course outcomes and class schedules. iii. Each Adjunct Faculty Member shall maintain office hours for student consultation at times and places convenient to students. 1. Adjunct Faculty shall be available during the work week to confer with students about their coursework and related subjects. Availability shall include regular hours of presence in office and may include (but is not limited to) the following means of communication: before and after class conferences; email; telephone; and written notes. 2. Faculty shall submit information at the beginning of each quarter to their Division Coordinator about their regular availability to consult with students; Faculty availability shall include their regular hours of presence in their office. 3. Faculty shall respond to students’ questions, concerns and/or requests for consultation in a timely and respectful manner. iv. Student assessment and course outcomes assessment (as required in the 5 year review cycle). v. Participate in the selection of course materials. vi. Develop syllabi and reading lists for each course taught and update quarterly.