Adjunct Instructor - Biology Lecture

Adjunct Instructor - Biology Lecture

• Salary:
  Depends on Qualifications
• Job Type: Adjunct/Overload Teaching
• Job Number: FY2604591
• Closing:
  Continuous
• Location:
  
  800 W University Parkway, Orem
• Division: VP Academic Affairs

Utah Valley University is seeking adjunct instructors to teach Biology.

• Design and teach courses in field of study.
• Plan, prepare, and follow an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepare instructional materials (course outlines, syllabus, exams, mock‑ups, visual aids, and Lab materials) as necessary.
• Instruct, manage, and supervise individuals and groups in laboratories using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluate instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
• Maintain a student‑oriented approach to education.
• Maintain and submit accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow‑up.
• Assists counselors, department chairperson and or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Is thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adheres to these policies.
• Maintain desirable and safe laboratory conditions.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of an MS degree in biology or a closely related field.

• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies and techniques.
• Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of counseling and advising techniques.

• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
• Skill in public speaking and report writing.

• Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with people.

• Ability to utilize word‑processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint/presentations and other programs appropriate for the assignment.

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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