Adjunct Professor, Mortuary Science

UDC College of Arts & Sciences; Nebraska; On-site; USD 1,079,694 - 1,537,746; Part time

Job summary

UDC College of Arts & Sciences seeks a part-time temporary instructor for Mortuary Science courses. Responsibilities include teaching assigned classes and preparing course materials. Applicants must hold an Associate’s degree in Mortuary Science and a valid DC funeral license.

This position provides an opportunity to engage students through various teaching methods and requires prior teaching experience or potential. Valuable contributions to curriculum development will enrich the educational experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an active funeral licensure/Mortician’s license from DC.
• Experience working in the funeral industry is preferred.
• To teach embalming courses, valid embalming license and 1 year experience required.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and hold office hours for students.
• Evaluate and select texts and instructional materials.
• Maintain records of enrollment and submit grades by deadlines.

Skills

Teaching experience

Laboratory skills

Curriculum preparation

Classroom management

Education

Associate’s degree in Mortuary Science

Bachelor’s degree from accredited college

Job description

Number of Vacancies: TBD

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: 5171 South Dakota Avenue, N.E. Washington, DC 20017

Brief Description Of Duties

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 the semester course schedule; they will be required to prepare and deliver relevant curriculum to students using a variety of teaching methods to include lecture, class discussion, demonstration labs, and projects.

Responsibilities

• 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).
• Evaluate and select texts and instructional materials; prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• 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.
• Use the institution’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
• Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging assignments that demonstrate the real‑world applications of concepts covered.
• Maintain records of enrollment and attendance, assessments and grades, submit class rosters and grade sheets by the deadlines established by the institution.
• Provide a classroom environment conducive to learning, establishing and maintaining classroom control.
• Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available and use feedback to improve course delivery.
• Attend all meetings, ceremonies and official functions as specified by the Chief Academic Officer, Chief Community College Officer and/or Dean.
• Attend one or more orientation session(s) to become familiar with the Institution’s mission and teaching philosophy, policies and procedures and the learning management system.
• Meet with the Dean or Department Chair/Division Director as needed to discuss all aspects of the course including student progress and curriculum development (may be required to provide input into program development).
• Adhere to University policies and guidelines in all matters concerning academics and student and staff conduct.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Mortuary Science from an ABFSE accredited program and a Bachelor’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Candidates having an AA degree and a Bachelor’s degree should have experience working in the funeral industry.
• Prior teaching experience or evidence of teaching potential, sound laboratory skills in the subject area, and/or corporate/industry training.
• Have an active funeral licensure/Mortician’s license from DC, or the ability to obtain a DC license.

In addition to the above minimum degree requirements, candidates in specific areas must meet the following criteria:

• To teach the embalming courses candidates must hold a valid license that entitles them to practice embalming in the District of Columbia, plus have had sufficient training and at least one year of experience as an embalmer.
• To teach mortuary management courses, candidates should have a valid funeral director’s license or its legal equivalent and have had sufficient specialized training and experience in funeral service practice to enable them to give proper instruction.

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment: Temporary employment may be ended at any time with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit: Dependent upon certain 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, 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.

Veterans Preference

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

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g., H‑1B).

Drug‑Free Workplace

Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug‑Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than 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 review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.