Adjunct History Instructors

POSITION SUMMARY

Seeking dedicated and qualified Adjunct Instructors to join our team at the College of Innovative Professional and Graduate Studies. As an Adjunct Instructor, you can teach online and hybrid undergraduate and graduate courses. We seek individuals with expertise in History.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver highquality online/hybrid instruction using synchronous or asynchronous methods.
• Utilize best practices in teaching for online accelerated adult programs.
• Employ effective teaching strategies that accommodate diverse student abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural backgrounds.
• Perform additional duties related to assigned courses as required.

Mentorship and Support:

• Serve as a mentor and resource for student teachers, offering guidance on lesson planning, curriculum development, and instructional strategies. oAssist student teachers in navigating challenges encountered during their teaching placements, offering support and solutions as needed.
• Foster a supportive and collaborative learning environment where student teachers feel encouraged to reflect on their practice and continuously improve.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Collaborate with university faculty, cooperating teachers, and school administrators to ensure alignment between coursework and practical teaching experiences. oCoordinate logistics related to student teacher placements, including scheduling observations, arranging meetings, and facilitating communication between stakeholders.
• Participate in regular meetings and professional development activities to stay updated on best practices in teacher education and supervision.

Professional Development:

• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance expertise in educational theory, instructional methods, and assessment practices. oStay informed about current trends and research in teacher education, incorporating relevant knowledge into supervision practices.
• Pursue opportunities for professional growth and networking within the field of education.

Administrative Duties:

• Maintain accurate records of student teacher observations, evaluations, and progress reports. oEnsure compliance with licensure requirements and accreditation standards related to student teaching placements.
• Assist in the coordination of programmatic assessments and evaluations to monitor the effectiveness of the student teaching program.

Qualifications:

• For undergraduate courses, a Master's or Doctorate in the relevant discipline is required, along with practical work experience in the course topic.
• Experience in synchronous or asynchronous teaching is highly desirable.
• An Ed. D. or Ph.D. in the relevant discipline and everyday practical work experience are preferred for graduate courses. A Master's degree in the course discipline and substantive work experience in the associated career can be accepted.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Teaching experience with a diverse population (preferred).
• Experience with a Learning Management System such as Canvas (preferred).
• Experience with effective methods for engaging students through online learning (preferred)
• Ability to contribute to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves firstgeneration college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.
• Multilingual skills highly preferred.

Successful candidates should be committed to contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

Compensation: Stipend based on the credit hours assigned and previous teaching experience.

The Community:

Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.

Additional Employment Information:

Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of, sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran's status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.

All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)” and produce requested documentation after employment.

In compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the university's annual security and crime statistics report is available at https://www.avila.edu/campus-resources/campus-safety. A copy of this report is available upon request from the Campus Safety Office in the Whitfield building any weekday between 8am and 5pm.

Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.

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About Avila University

Founded in 1916 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, Avila has been focused on the development of the whole person for more than a century, providing a liberal arts education rooted in values of service, diversity, excellence in teaching and learning. Avila’s tagline, Education Without Limits means students experience a robust student success model to help complete their education within four years, reducing student debt and catapulting career opportunities. Avila’s rapid student growth is a testament to the focus on making degrees accessible through robust scholarship programs and financial aid. Because of strategic planning and tireless teamwork by faculty and staff, Avila is now the educational home to students from 26 countries, studying an expanded curriculum that offers more than 60 majors.