University Studies and College Success Non-Tenure Track Faculty

University Studies And College Success Non-Tenure Track Faculty

University Studies seeks qualified individuals to teach introductory student success-oriented courses, each of which focus on a unique topic, such as Learning Strategies, Career Exploration, adventure learning, service-learning, and Intro to Health Professions.

Position Information

Announcement Number - FAC - VA - 26130

Classification Title
- Instructor

Working Title
- University Studies and College Success Non-Tenure Track Faculty

Brief

Position Overview
- University Studies offers a number of courses designed to help exploring (undecided) students identify their strengths, interests, and potential pathways se courses include: US 102 Career Connections, US 103 Learning Strategies, US 210D Education, The World of Work, and You, US 191 Explore Bozeman, US 191 Serve Bozeman, and HMED
140 Intro to Health Professions. These courses range from 1-3 credits.

Faculty Tenure Track
- No

Faculty Rank
- Non-Tenure Track

Position Number - 4A6460

Department
- University Studies

Division
- Office of Academic Affairs

Appointment Type
- Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)

Contract Term
- Fiscal Year

Semester

Union Affiliation
- Contact HR for Determination

FTE
- Varies

Benefits Eligible
- Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - )

Salary - $1600 per credit

Contract Type - LOA

Recruitment Type
- Open

General Statement
- University Studies offers a number of courses designed to help exploring (undecided) students identify their strengths, interests, and potential pathways se courses include: US 102 Career Connections, US 103 Learning Strategies, US 210D Education, The World of Work, and You, US 191 Explore Bozeman, US 191 Serve Bozeman, and HMED
140 Intro to Health Professions. These courses range from 1-3 credits. Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding. Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in pool for two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to re-submit materials for continued consideration.

The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool. Appointments are on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department/program.

Salary is dependent on number of courses taught and duration.

Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching one or more courses of a curriculum designed for first-year and exploring students, or students who are seeking to improve their academic performance. Evaluating student work and providing timely feedback. Submitting student grades by the University's deadlines. Following a shared curriculum and meeting learning outcomes for the course. Mentoring and connecting with students. Collaborating with fellow faculty and the Program Director to continuously improve the program and teaching effectiveness.

Utilizing required technology, including the Canvas learning management system and the University's grade submission system.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Bachelor's degree Demonstrated experience working with students and colleagues

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Master's degree, preferably in Education, Counseling, Higher Education, or a field related to the subject you're applying to teach College teaching experience Experience with teaching software systems (e.g., Canvas, student communication systems like NavMSU) Demonstrated experience with college student development through advising, teaching, or other student success work, particularly with first-year students or exploratory courses.

The Successful Candidate Will
- Exhibit effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with students, faculty and staff. Exhibit effective written and oral communication…