There will be a number of individuals who will work with you to facilitate your transition into the NC community. These may include, but are not limited to the Dean, Associate Dean, Academic Business Manager, Program Coordinator and Administrative Assistant, associated with your school and program.
Key Questions – Division / School / Program
In instances where practices may differ from program to program or school to school, consider asking the following questions to help you elicit crucial information. Please keep in mind that not all of these questions may be applicable to your division or school.
Academic
Does our division/school have any policies/procedures for connecting with a student that is missing class?
Is there a mechanism by which non-full-time faculty teaching will be observed and/or evaluated? If so, what relevant details should I be made aware of?
What are the policies or suggestions if I am going to be absent from class and who should I contact?
What, if any, requirements exist for the collection and filing of student work within the division/program?
What are the expected turnaround times for sharing assessment grades and feedback with students?
Is there an Academic Advisor for our School? If so, what is his or her contact information? What specific role do they play and how do they typically engage with faculty and students?
Instructional Materials and Resources
From whom, when, and where can textbooks or course manuals be retrieved?
Are there available resources specific to the courses that I am teaching (i.e. course TLPs, PowerPoints, tests, etc.)? If yes, how might I access those materials?
Are there any division/program policies surrounding printing materials?
Are there any division/program policies surrounding compensation for travel between campuses?
Is there any specialized equipment or software tools which I will be required to use in this role and for which I should receive training? If yes, how will the training be arranged?
Is there specialized personal protective equipment (i.e. safety goggles, lab coat) or other materials that I will be required to use in this role? If yes, how do I receive those?
Are there facilities to which I will require special key or keypad access? If yes, how will this access be arranged?
Am I required to complete WHMIS training? If you work in the immediate vicinity of hazardous products, you may be required to complete WHMIS training.
Community
Is there a specific space for non-full-time faculty to work meet and/or store belongings? If yes, how might I access this space? What norms have been established for this shared space?
If I have course-related questions or concerns is there someone I can contact for guidance?
Are there any opportunities for mentorship within the Department/Program? If so, what are the best means for contacting and engaging with this person/group?