Elder Law Adjunct Instructor (Temporary)

The University of North Carolina; Greensboro (NC); Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina seeks an Elder Law Adjunct Instructor for its online Gerontology program. This temporary position requires an experienced professional to teach the Elder Law for Gerontological Professionals course, emphasizing online interaction and effective student engagement. Applicants should possess a terminal degree or a significant elder law background and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Must meet SACSCOC guidelines with a terminal degree or significant work experience.
• Preferably an elder law attorney with experience in elder law practice.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and guide the class in an efficient and effective manner.
• Maintain accurate records of student work and attendance.
• Grade and return student work in a timely manner.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of online pedagogy

Teaching online students

Education

Terminal degree in field of instruction

Graduate degree and significant work experience in elder law

Job description

Elder Law Adjunct Instructor (Temporary)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. The application must be completed in full detail for your qualifications to be considered.

Applicants are required to upload the following documents with their electronic application:

• Resume
• List of References

Applicants are required to upload a list of references of at least three (3) professional references that include:

• Name
• Company Name
• Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
• Email Address
• Contact Phone Number

Applications are not successfully submitted until an online confirmation number has been received at the end of the application process.

Review of applications will begin on 07/01/2022 and continue until the position is filled. We are accepting electronic submissions only. Applicants should apply through the JobSearch portal at https://jobsearch.uncg.edu/

Position Information

Position Number

Position Number 490293

Functional Title

Functional Title Elder Law Adjunct Instructor (Temporary)

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The UNCG Gerontology Program, proudly housed in the Department of Social Work, consists of an Undergraduate Minor in Gerontology, Master of Science in Gerontology, and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Gerontology. The MS in Gerontology is the only, fully online, accredited program in Gerontology in North Carolina. The mission of the UNCG Gerontology Program is to provide opportunities for learning and practice that create competent and capable gerontologists who meet the needs of the aging population. Students are provided with a scientific, broad, and integrated view of aging through collaborative relationships with academic disciplines, community organizations, and businesses, so students can approach issues of aging from a truly biopsychosocial perspective. The graduate programs in Gerontology prepare students for careers in agencies and programs serving older adults and their families. Graduate programs are flexible and practitioner-oriented with a focus on authentic learning and developing practical knowledge and skills for the job market.

Position Summary

The Gerontology Program in the Department of Social Work invites applications for an adjunct instructor in the graduate Gerontology program. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional with expertise in elder law to teach our Elder Law for Gerontological Professionals course. The online course is taught over a 7.5-week period from August through October.

Duties and responsibilities of the position include:

• Instruct and guide the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Use course materials in Canvas effectively
• Maintain accurate records of student work and attendance
• Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment
• Grade and return student work in a timely manner
• Counsel students regarding their grades and progress in the course
• Comply with the university’s professional development procedures for online instructors

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate must meet the SACSCOC guidelines for teaching graduate classes, which is a terminal degree in the field of instruction, or a combination of a graduate degree and significant work experience in the field. Preferably, the candidate will be an elder law attorney or have experience working in an elder law practice.

Preferred Qualifications

Because this position will teach exclusively in the fully online Gerontology Program, the following will also be sought:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of online pedagogy
• Experience in teaching online students

Tenure Status N/A

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. The application must be completed in full detail for your qualifications to be considered.

Applicants are required to upload the following documents with their electronic application:

• Resume
• List of References

Applicants are required to upload a list of references of at least three (3) professional references that include:

• Name
• Company Name
• Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
• Email Address
• Contact Phone Number

Applications are not successfully submitted until an online confirmation number has been received at the end of the application process.

Review of applications will begin on 07/01/2022 and continue until the position is filled. We are accepting electronic submissions only. Applicants should apply through the JobSearch portal at https://jobsearch.uncg.edu/

Recruitment Range

Org #-Department

Org #-Department Social Work - 12401

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 06/03/2022

For Best Consideration Date

For Best Consideration Date 07/01/2022

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

FTE

FTE 0.225

Type of Appointment

Type of Appointment Temporary

Time Limited Duration

Number of Months per Year

Number of Months per Year 9

FLSA

ADA Checklist

ADA Checklist

"R" for Rare (0-30%),"O" for Occasional (30-60%),"F" for Frequent (60-90%),"C" for Constant (90-100%).

Physical Effort

Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Reading, Writing, Eye-hand coordination, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Sitting

Work Environment Inside

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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  (Open Ended Question)

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  • Yes
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