Adjunct Professor – Life and Physical Sciences ,Phlebotomy, EKG

University of the District of Columbia; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 1,079,694 - 1,537,746; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Washington, D.C. is seeking a part-time temporary instructor to teach various courses. The role includes preparing and delivering curriculum, evaluating texts, and collaborating with program coordinators. Candidates must have at least an Associate degree, teaching experience preferred, and demonstrate sound skills relevant to the subject area. As this is a temporary position, it is ineligible for benefits. The salary is $950 per credit hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Prior teaching experience or evidence of teaching potential required.
• Sound laboratory skills in the subject area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and hold office hours for student conferences.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans, evaluate texts.
• Collaborate with Program Coordinator to provide syllabus and learning outcomes.
• Use the learning management system to communicate with students.

Skills

Teaching skills

Laboratory skills

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or higher (preferred)

Certified Phlebotomist and EKG specialist (preferred)

Job description

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open To The Public

Employment Status: Part–time, Temporary

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: ES0000/0000/01

Salary Range: varies depending on assignment; minimum $950 per credit hour

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

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 that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers.

Incumbents must teach all assigned classes and hours as determined by semester schedule; Incumbents will be required to prepare and deliver relevant curriculum to students using a variety of teaching methods to include, but not limited to, lecture, class discussion, skills labs, and simulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach assigned courses as specified in the schedule and course contract and hold office hours for student conferences (each 3-credit hour course taught requires one hour of student conference time per week).
2. Evaluate and select texts and instructional materials; prepare course materials and lesson plans.
3. Collaborate with Program Coordinator to provide students with an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the institution, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria.
4. Use the institution's learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
5. Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered.
6. Assist in maintaining records of enrollment and attendance, assessments and grades, submit class rosters and grade sheets by the deadlines established by the institution.
7. Provide a classroom environment conducive to learning, establishing and maintaining classroom control.

Minimum Job Requirement

• Minimum of an Associate degree (in a related field of study) or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• Certified Phlebotomist and EKG specialist preferred.
• Prior teaching experience or must demonstrate evidence of teaching potential, sound laboratory skills in the subject area, and/or corporate/industry training.

Employment Benefits

Due to the temporary nature of this appointment, this 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, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., 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, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Drug-Free Workplace

As a condition of employment, the individual selected to fill this position will, pursuant to the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, be required to notify their supervisor, in writing, within five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation

Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.