Adjunct Professor, Construction

Position Details

• Number of Vacancies: TBD
• Area of Consideration: Open to the Public
• Employment Status: Part‑Time, Temporary
• Pay Plan, Series & Grade: ES0000 /0000/01
• Salary Range: $50 per contact hour
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled
• Location: 801 North Capitol Street NE Washington, DC 20002

The University of the District of Columbia is a public land grant institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. Incumbents must teach all assigned classes and hours as determined by a semester course schedule; incumbents will be required to prepare and deliver relevant curriculum to students in the field, using a variety of teaching methods to include, but not limited to, lecture, class discussion, demonstration labs, and projects.

The University of the District of Columbia Community College (UDC‑CC) a branch campus of the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is seeking enthusiastic and qualified part‑time instructors interested in teaching courses in one or more of the following areas: general construction, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, building information modeling, blueprint reading, construction mathematics, apartment maintenance.

• Provide hands‑on, guided, differentiated instruction for assigned course(s) as specified in the schedule and course contract.
• Evaluate and select texts and instructional materials; prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Provide students an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the institution, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria.
• Use the institution’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
• Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging assignments that demonstrate the real‑world applications of concepts covered.
• Maintain records of enrollment and attendance, assessments and grades, submit class rosters and grade sheets by the deadlines established by the institution.
• Provide a classroom environment conducive to learning, establishing and maintaining classroom control.
• Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available and use feedback to improve course delivery.
• Attend all meetings, ceremonies and official functions as specified by the Chief Academic Officer, Chief Community College Officer and/or Dean.
• Attend one or more orientation session(s) to become familiar with the Institution’s mission and teaching philosophy, policies and procedures and the learning management system.
• Meet with the Dean or Department Chair/Division Director as needed to discuss all aspects of the course including student progress and curriculum development (may be required to provide input into program development).
• Adhere to University policies and guidelines in all matters concerning academics and student and staff conduct.
• Provide student progress reports to Dean or Department Chair/Division Director.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in subject matter area.
• Prior teaching experience or must demonstrate evidence of teaching potential and/or corporate/industry training.
• Must possess current certification in subject matter (Certification must be exactly the same as the course being taught).
• Be familiar with subject area certification process, guidelines and procedures.

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2‑1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability.

Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.