Part Time NADSP Human Services Instructor

Part Time NADSP Human Services Instructor Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Part Time NADSP Human Services Instructor

Position Category

Position Category Faculty

Position Status

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Advertised Salary

Department

Department Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Working Hours

Working Hours Days & Times varies

General Description

SUNY Niagara is participating in an OPWDD grant for providing instruction to employees of community agencies with Direct Support Professionals to complete the NADSP DSP
-I and DSP
-II Certifications. The part-time instructor will co‑teach courses with a lead professor in Human Services including Direct Support Professional – Level I and II Prep and Human Services Internship courses.

Applicants must be able to attend in-person meetings, professional development, and other obligations on the Sanborn campus even if teaching online.

Remuneration for persons teaching at least 3 credits in a semester: $915 per lecture hour/$819 per lab hour.

Typical Work Activities

• Co‑teach courses in the delivery format agreed upon (on campus, hybrid, blended, or online)
• Hold office hours (in person or virtual as appropriate)
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester

Ability to work with and teach a diverse student population. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, co‑workers, supervisors and the campus community. Must be able to develop, prepare, and present information. Must be able to operate computers and must adjust any teaching to the Americans with Disabilities Act provisions.

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, rehabilitative services, health care, psychology, or a related field OR 5 years experience in the field of Direct Support and a bachelor’s degree in a helping, health care, or related profession.

• Prior teaching experience at the college level,
• Experience with classroom technologies,
• Conducted employee training within your agency.

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world‑class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state‑of‑the‑art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on‑campus housing.

We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state‑of‑the‑art technology and innovative student…