Non-Tenure Track Adjunct Instructor; Social Work - Pool

Job Title

Non-Tenure Track Adjunct Instructor (Social Work) - Pool

Prairie View A&M University

Dept of Social Work

Commensurate

Faculty

Job Description

Summary:

The Department seeks to establish a pool of qualified applicants for potential employment in future Adjunct Instructor positions, at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU). This is a non-tenure track, part-time (< 50% effort) position, and responsibilities are limited to teaching the courses listed in this posting.

Salary: Compensation is on a per-course basis and based on factors such as academic discipline, faculty credentialing, experience, etc. Minimum pay is commensurate depending on education and experience.

Work Location: In person / Remote / Hybrid (as applicable)

Selected applicants for the current academic year may teach up to 7 undergraduate/graduate level Semester Credit Hours (SCH) in an assigned semester (less than 50% FTE), within the required discipline, as dictated by student demand during the available semester(s). Adjunct positions are temporary appointments, assigned per semester, and on an as-needed basis.

• Teach up to 7 undergraduate/graduate SCH per semester (less than 50% FTE)
• Maintain and manage student records
• Post grades (assignments, mid-term & final) in a timely manner
• Submit attendance reporting
• Mentor and assist students
• Post and maintain office hours for a minimum of three (3) hours per week
• Attend student class orientation as needed (if required by the hiring department)
• Attend clinical/simulation/studio meetings as needed (if required by hiring department)
• Other duties as assigned by the department head

• Undergraduate Level
  :
  Faculty teaching baccalaureate courses require a doctorate or master’s degree in the teaching discipline or master’s degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate SCH in the teaching discipline).
• Graduate Level
  :
  Faculty teaching graduate and post-baccalaureate coursework require an earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.

• Prior teaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Knowledge of online learning management systems.

• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks.
• Sufficient knowledge of the subject area being taught.
• Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods to provide effective learning experiences.
• Technical competence in appropriate subject matter and the ability to apply this knowledge to the solution of problems.
• Understanding of the learning and development processes of youth and adults.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively and respectfully with students, staff, and community members.
• Ability to use virtual technology and related software to support online teaching (if required by the hiring department).

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
• Copy of graduate degree transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon selection of final candidate)
• Professional licenses and certifications (if required by the hiring department)
• Other documents (optional)

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.