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Instructor or Higher- Spanish Language (Hunt SDM Admin)
Position Description
Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching and service, some variation by academic unit.
Requisition ID
36131BR
Work Location
El Paso
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso
Campus
HSC - El Paso
Department
Woody L. Hunt SDM Admin ELP
Major/Essential Functions
Participates in course administration and instruction for the dental school curriculum
Develops and delivers an integrated curriculum, which blends basic science, clinical, and public health concepts in collaboration with faculty members in other disciplines
Employs multiple teaching methods including case-based instruction, large- and small-group discussion, lecture, demonstration, simulation, audience systems, team-based learning, and distance education
Provides formative and summative assessment of dental student performance
Provides individual support, feedback, and advice to dental students
Works closely with the course and fellow faculty, curriculum committees, and key administrators to accomplish the goals and objectives of the dental school's curriculum
Engages with and monitors the student-to-community group events, student practicums and research projects to improve dental health in west Texas
Engages in advancement of scientific knowledge through research and/or scholarship
Contributes to the community through academically-related public service complimentary to the institutional mission
Serves the academic community through participations in institutional governance, such as committee work and other administrative duties
Assists with Spanish language skills for external clinics and community dental events
Adheres to institutional policies and procedures
Demonstrates professionalism in accordance with the Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine Declaration of Faculty Professional Responsibility
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Spanish from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
Fluency and mastery in Spanish and English
A minimum of one years of experience in teaching Spanish as a second language at the level of higher education
Evidence of ongoing scholarly activity
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in teaching Spanish, especially clinically-integrated Spanish for dental students Experience in the use of clinical case-based scenarios in the teaching of Spanish for dental students
Experience in the development and delivery of an integrated dental curriculum Experience with innovative teaching methods such as interactive large- and small-group formats, student project instruction, team-based learning, case-based learning, problem based learning, audience systems, and distance education
Experience with electronic learning management software systems
A record of scholarly publications
Experience in the development of grant proposals and the management of extramural funding
Emerging or established regional or national reputation for associate professor or higher rank
EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV
Optional Attachments
Professional/Personal Reference, Transcript
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Monthly
Minimum Hire Rate
salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Shift
Day
Grant Funded?
No
Job Group
Instructors