What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temp Faculty Center for Academic Advising UNI 101/201 First Year Seminar 2025-2026 position at University of North Carolina Wilmington?
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.
To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
FMLA
Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.
To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
FMLA
The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows full time employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave. Often this type of leave is used for medical care for the individual, or a family member. Medical information should not be shared with University College. UNI 101, 102, and 201 instructors are part time employees, who may also be employed by UNCW on a full-time basis. If during your time as an instructor for these courses, you have planned or unplanned FMLA leave, please know that the FMLA would cover all types of employment at UNCW. Please be sure to let Dr. Rob Tripp know of any planned or unplanned FMLA leave so that we can work with you to make plans for the section in which you are teaching.
Posting Details
Department
Center for Academic Advising - 30120
Vacancy Number
TE106FAC
Working Title
Temp Faculty Center for Academic Advising UNI 101/201 First Year Seminar 2025-2026
Job Title
Temporary Faculty
Job Category
Faculty/Teaching
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
Teach one or more sections of a Center for Academic Advising course; UNI 101: First-Year Seminar or UNI 201: Transfer Seminar.
The Center for Academic Advising seminar courses are 1-3 credit hour courses designed to support students in optimizing their UNCW Experience. The courses focus on building community, campus resources, academic planning, career exploration, and overall adjustment to UNCW. Information literacy, self-management, and effective academic strategies are core components of these courses.
UNI 101/102: First-Year Seminar is a graduation requirement of all first-year students and meets the Information Literacy competency for University Studies. In the fall semester, UNI 101 is offered as a traditional section, as a part of a Living Learning Community or as a Special Topic course. In the spring semester, UNI101 is offered as a traditional section for First-Year Spring Admit students and Remix sections for students who did not complete the UNI requirement in the fall semester.
UNI 201: Transfer Seminar, focused on supporting transfer and military students, meets the Information Literacy and Exploration Beyond the Classroom competencies for University Studies.
UNI Instructors are expected to teach on-campus, with the majority of classes being between 8:00AM and 4:45PM.
The Center for Academic Advising seminar courses are 1-3 credit hour courses designed to support students in optimizing their UNCW Experience. The courses focus on building community, campus resources, academic planning, career exploration, and overall adjustment to UNCW. Information literacy, self-management, and effective academic strategies are core components of these courses.
UNI 101/102: First-Year Seminar is a graduation requirement of all first-year students and meets the Information Literacy competency for University Studies. In the fall semester, UNI 101 is offered as a traditional section, as a part of a Living Learning Community or as a Special Topic course. In the spring semester, UNI101 is offered as a traditional section for First-Year Spring Admit students and Remix sections for students who did not complete the UNI requirement in the fall semester.
UNI 201: Transfer Seminar, focused on supporting transfer and military students, meets the Information Literacy and Exploration Beyond the Classroom competencies for University Studies.
UNI Instructors are expected to teach on-campus, with the majority of classes being between 8:00AM and 4:45PM.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Master’s Degree, previous college-level teaching experience, academic advising or student counseling.
All new instructors are required to watch the UNI Instructor Information Session Video prior to submitting an application. The Information Session Video can be found on this page https://uncw.edu/myuncw/academics/advising/advising-center/instructors
If you are currently employed by the university, you must be exempt from overtime to be eligible to teach. Please check with your supervisor if you are unclear about your classification prior to applying.
All new instructors are required to watch the UNI Instructor Information Session Video prior to submitting an application. The Information Session Video can be found on this page https://uncw.edu/myuncw/academics/advising/advising-center/instructors
If you are currently employed by the university, you must be exempt from overtime to be eligible to teach. Please check with your supervisor if you are unclear about your classification prior to applying.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Previous UNI 101, 102, or 201 teaching experience, experience working with first-year or transfer college students.
Required Certifications or Licensure
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Academic Affairs is the central division for implementing the mission of the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Through effective academic policies, practices, and programs, it provides leadership for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and creative work as well as service to local, regional, and global communities. The division allocates resources to recruit and retain faculty scholars and to create a learning environment that encourages students. As part of the University’s commitment to excellence in undergraduate education, the Center for Academic Advising was created to provide academic advising and support to UNCW students from the time of their admission until they declare their major, which is usually in their sophomore year. The primary focus of the Center for Academic Advising is to ensure that students make a successful transition to UNCW, are retained in good academic standing, and identify and declare an appropriate major. Through its advisors and curricular offerings, the Center for Academic Advising works with students in their formative semesters to assist them in developing their interests, skills, and talents to the fullest extent.
College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.
To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
FMLA
Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.
To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
FMLA
The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows full time employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave. Often this type of leave is used for medical care for the individual, or a family member. Medical information should not be shared with University College. UNI 101, 102, and 201 instructors are part time employees, who may also be employed by UNCW on a full-time basis. If during your time as an instructor for these courses, you have planned or unplanned FMLA leave, please know that the FMLA would cover all types of employment at UNCW. Please be sure to let Dr. Rob Tripp know of any planned or unplanned FMLA leave so that we can work with you to make plans for the section in which you are teaching.
Job Posting Date
12/16/2024
Job Closing Date
11/30/2025
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings
Multi-Positions
External Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/34567
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vita
