Adjunct Instructor – Healthcare Administration Pathway

UDC College of Arts & Sciences; Congress Township (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

UDC College of Arts & Sciences seeks part-time instructors to teach courses in the Healthcare Administration Pathway including Medical Billing and Coding, and Healthcare Terminology. Instructors will provide hands-on instruction and develop course materials.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s Degree, relevant teaching experience, and certification in the subject area. This is a temporary position with no employment benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in the subject matter area.
• Prior teaching experience in the subject field/industry or demonstrated evidence of teaching potential.
• Current certification in the subject matter relevant to the course being taught.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on, guided instruction to students in courses.
• Prepare instructional materials and lesson plans.
• Deliver an approved syllabus with clear objectives.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of Medical Billing and Coding

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Overview

The University of the District of Columbia is a public land grant institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career‑focused undergraduate and graduate programs designed to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The Division of Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning (UDC‑WDLL) invites enthusiastic and qualified part‑time instructors to teach courses in one or more areas of the Healthcare Administration Pathway, including Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding, Advanced Medical Billing, Introduction to Healthcare and Careers, Intro to Healthcare/Medical Terminology and Anatomy, Electronic Health Records, and Medical Office Administrative Assistant.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on, guided, differentiated instruction to students enrolled in the courses as determined by the semester schedule and course contract.
• Select, evaluate, and prepare instructional materials; develop course materials and lesson plans.
• Maintain efficient and effective classroom management.
• Deliver an approved syllabus that includes course objectives, learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines, and evaluation criteria.
• Use the institution’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments, and other materials and to communicate with students in a timely manner.
• Use a variety of teaching styles and create engaging assignments that demonstrate real‑world applications of concepts.
• Communicate with and refer students to university and division‑wide student success resources and services to help remove barriers to employment.
• Maintain records of enrollment, attendance, assessments, grades, class rosters, and grade sheets, submitting them by the established deadlines.
• Provide an educational environment conducive to learning, establishing and maintaining classroom control.
• Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review the feedback, and use it to improve course delivery.
• Attend all required meetings to stay abreast of pathway‑specific and division‑wide policies, requirements, and expectations.
• Review and adhere to the WDLL “Faculty/Instructor Guide”.
• Meet with the Dean or Pathway Director as needed to discuss course progress, curriculum development, and program development input on a regular basis.
• Adhere to University and division‑specific policies and guidelines concerning academics, student and staff conduct.
• Provide student progress reports to the Pathway Director.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in the subject matter area.
• Prior teaching experience in the subject field/industry or demonstrated evidence of teaching potential.
• Current certification in the subject matter; certification must match the course being taught.
• Familiarity with certification processes, guidelines, and procedures in the subject area.

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment: This is temporary employment that may end at any time with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit: Depending on criteria, this position may be eligible for representation and require payment of union fees through direct payroll deduction.

Employment Benefits: Due to the temporary nature of this appointment, the position is ineligible for benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability.

Notice of Non‑Discrimination

In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability. Sexual harassment, which is a form of sex discrimination, is prohibited. Harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.

Veterans Preference

Applicants claiming veteran’s preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship

The University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g., H‑1B) and this job is ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Drug‑Free Workplace

In compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Act of 1988, the selected individual must notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five days after the conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a “satisfactory background investigation” is made at the sole discretion of the University; it may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer, or terminate employment based on the results.

Disposition of Resume

Resumes received outside the area of consideration or after the closing date will not be considered. Applicants must resubmit their resume for subsequent positions and, if selected, will be required to complete a full UDC application.

Job Offers

Official job offers are issued exclusively by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Talent Management.