Associate Faculty - Sociology & Human Services

Post University; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 2,600 - 3,200; Part time

Job summary

Post University is seeking an Associate Faculty to teach sociology or human services on a part-time basis at the Waterbury, CT main campus. The role focuses on delivering course material, meeting learning outcomes, and maintaining regular communication with students.

Minimum qualifications include a master's degree with significant related experience in the field, and availability to teach daytime hours two or three days a week in Waterbury.

Qualifications

• Significant related experience in human services or sociology.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate class instruction in human services or sociology per course outcomes.
• Adhere to course guidelines and engage students to meet outcomes.
• Input final grades in the university systems and manage coursework according to policies.
• Maintain high engagement with students and coordinate with program chair and advising.

Skills

Related experience in human services/s

Education

Master's degree

Job description

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Associate Faculty - Sociology & Human Services

Associate Faculty/Adjunct 25-1000 Waterbury, CT, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3352

Salary Range: $2,900.00 To $2,900.00 Annually

Who We Are

Post University is a thriving organization with an unfolding, amazing success story centered on one mission - changing the lives of its students and associates. Our approach is simple, authentic, and unique. At Post University, each day begins and ends with a demonstration of distinct behaviors unique to our culture and way of life. Our team of passionate professionals daily embraces a culture that celebrates bold ideas, supports individual growth, and puts our students at the heart of everything we do.

For more than 130 years, Post University has been dedicated to student success, serving thousands of learners across our online, main campus, undergraduate, and graduate programs. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and seek individuals who are passionate about contributing to a collaborative and student-focused community.

Due to Post-specific operational and administrative considerations, the position is not approved to be performed in Alaska, California, Hawaii, or New York. Candidates must be physically located and perform their work from an approved state.

JOB SUMMARY:

A human services and sociology associate faculty member is a part-time employee hired to teach specific human services or sociology course(s) during a semester on a part-time basis on the main campus in Waterbury, CT. As an instructor, the associate faculty member's primary duty is to convey the course material so that students can attain the instructional outcomes of the course.

The human services and sociology associate faculty member's minimum obligation to the University is to fulfill the requirements specified for each course and comply with the University's procedures and regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Facilitate Class Instruction. The human services and sociology associate faculty member is responsible for teaching the assigned class in accordance with learning outcomes and syllabi specified by the program chair of human services and sociology and by Post University.
• Classroom Management. The associate faculty member is responsible for adhering to all Post University policies and guidelines as they pertain to course conduct and academic expectations for engagement. As the primary contact with students in the course, the associate faculty member is expected to work closely with the program chair and Student Advising to address areas of concern.
• Evaluate Student Performance. The associate faculty member is expected to administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics. All interim course grades will be posted on the Blackboard Grade Center. Final course grades will be posted into the University’s system known as WebReg.
• Adhere to Course Guidelines. The associate faculty member is responsible for participation in any class discussions, activities, and assignments as determined by the course. The program chair shall set the required minimum, but it should be recognized that Post University in general requires all instructors to fully engage students and maintains a high-touch effort with students.
• Respond Promptly to Grade Determination. The associate faculty member should submit grades for any assignments, discussion board exercises, and exams and course completion according to the established requirements.
• Input Final Grades in WebReg and into the Blackboard Grade Center.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

All human services and sociology associate faculty must:

• Have a minimum of a master's degree and significant related experience in human services, sociology, or related field.
• Be available to teach daytime hours two or three days a week in-person, on the main campus in Waterbury, CT.
• Have college transcripts (official) on file with Associate Experience to be considered for employment.
• Complete a training session prior to their first teaching assignment at Post University and follow-up semester in-person classroom technology and teaching training.