Adjunct Faculty, Public Health Nutrition Course

La Salle University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

The La Salle University Public Health Program seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach the Public Health Nutrition course in-person in the evenings. This pooled position supports undergraduate BSPH and graduate MPH students, with teaching responsibilities aligned to the course syllabus and program needs.

Responsibilities include delivering lectures, evaluating student work, guiding assignments, and using the La Salle Portal and Canvas to communicate with students, under the direction of the

Qualifications

• Must have specific experience teaching public health or community nutrition.
• Experience teaching in a higher education environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of La Salle University mission and programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teaches undergraduate BSPH and graduate MPH students at a high level of expertise.
• Complies with the syllabus and contributes revisions as needed.
• Attends orientation meetings with course coordinators prior to the semester.
• Teaches in-person evening sessions (Mon 6:15–9:00pm) as scheduled.
• Evaluates student performance using course rubrics and grades accordingly.
• Directs students on assignments as specified by syllabi.
• Uses La Salle University email, the Portal, and Canvas to communicate course information.
• Provides remedial instruction and academic support under supervision.

Skills

Teaching

Public Health

Education

Master's or Doctoral Degree in Public Health or related field

Registered Dietitian or Nutrition Degree

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Public Health Nutrition Course

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered. La Salle University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports a fully inclusive, equitable, and diverse working and learning environment. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply

Position Overview

Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Public Health Nutrition Course

Department

Department 281960 - Public Health

Posting Number

Posting Number A0137P

Position Summary

The La Salle University Public Health Program relies on adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate ( BSPH ) and graduate ( MPH ) public health students. We are seeking an instructor for an in-person evening Public Health Nutrition Course for Fall 2023

1. Teaches students at a high level of expertise.
2. Complies with the syllabus of assigned courses, contributing revisions as needed.
3. Attends faculty orientation meetings with course coordinators prior to the start of the semester.
4. Attends in person class sessions on the dates and hours designated for the course (Monday evenings 6:15 – 9:00pm).
5. Evaluates course performance of students using course rubrics and/or other methods of evaluation.
6. Grades assignments for the course(s) as specified by the course syllabus.
7. Directs students on course assignments as specified in syllabi
8. Utilizes La Salle University email, the La Salle Portal, and Canvas course software to communicate course information with students and program information.
9. Provides remedial instruction for students, under the guidance of the Program Director or Coordinator.
10. Provides academic support for students in need of improving academic performance.

Required Qualifications

Must have specific experience teaching public health or community nutrition.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Public Health or related field, registered dietician or nutrition degree, previous experience teaching in a higher education environment, knowledge of and commitment to the mission of La Salle University

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Supplemental Instructions to Applicant

This is a pooled position from which Adjunct Instructors will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered. La Salle University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports a fully inclusive, equitable, and diverse working and learning environment. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply

HR/Comp

Compensation Information

Position Classification

Position Classification Part-Time, Semesterly Basis

FLSA Classification

FLSA Classification Exempt

Pay Basis

Position Group

Position Group Faculty

Posting Information

Application Open Date

Application Open Date 02/17/2023

Application Close Date

Application Open To

Application Open To Internal and External Applicants

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Evaluations

Optional Documents

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

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