Adjunct Faculty-LANSING-English​/Communications

Adjunct Faculty-LANSING-English/Communications

WORK LOCATION: Lansing

DEPARTMENT: Academic-College of A & S

Our Adjunct Faculty members are a very valuable asset to the DU team and programs, bringing practical experience, current working knowledge, and a passion for their profession to our students who have diverse interests, abilities, needs and expectations.

IMPORTANT COURSE INFORMATION: This position supports Eaton RESA courses held in Lansing and requires availability to teach during the early morning hours. Current course assignments are scheduled from 7:25 a.m. to 9:25 a.m., and candidates must be available during this timeframe.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understanding the Davenport University curriculum.
• Preparing instructional course syllabi and materials.
• Providing input and feedback on selected textbooks, instructional resources and electronic materials.
• Use of digital learning technology including learning management system (eg. Blackboard), publisher provided digital resources and other technology as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in English or Communication or a closely related field required to teach undergraduate courses.
• Minimum of eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in assigned teaching discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years current professional experience related to assigned teaching discipline.
• Relevant/Current certifications/licenses as required by teaching assignment.
• Ability to teach one (1) to four (4) hours per class session.
• Enjoy working with the public and be able to relate well with diverse students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrate a professional manner and attire in a business environment.
• Demonstrate effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication behaviors.
• Demonstrated effective knowledge and use of presentation, facilitation, and technology skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, analyze data, and read/process written information.
• Teaching experience (preferably in higher education or training) and/or experience in planning/developing courses preferred.
• Prolonged sitting and standing.
• Use of personal computer and telephone (eye and hand strain).
• Ability to lift classroom materials, etc. up to twenty-five (25 pounds).

Benefits and Perks:

• A workplace that is meaningful, fulfilling, and enriching; a place where you can grow your career, as well as make a lasting impact on students, fellow co-workers, and the communities in which we serve.
• Variable pay range based on education level, teaching experience at DU, and class level.
• Flexible hours while earning additional income.
• Tuition Remission
• Davenport 403(b) Retirement Plan - make pretax contributions to the DU retirement plan directly from your DU paycheck.
• Access to Professional Development
• Free Parking - Free parking permit each academic year.
• Library Services - onsite and virtual
• Fitness Center Access - full use of the fitness center, athletic courts, and the indoor track that is located in the student center on the W.A. Lettinga Campus.
• Athletic Pass to DU Sporting Events
• Bookstore/On-line Spirit Store Discount.