In-Person Baccalaureate Adjunct Faculty in Animal Behavior and Training

Unity Environmental University; New Gloucester (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A university focused on environmental education seeks enthusiastic individuals to teach Animal Behavior and Training courses. This part-time position requires a terminal degree or a master's degree with relevant experience. Responsibilities include facilitating engagement in baccalaureate-level courses, providing timely feedback, and maintaining classroom engagement. The courses will be taught in-person, and the ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and a commitment to the university's environmental mission.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in animal science, psychology, or related field.
• Experience teaching at the postsecondary level.
• Strong time management skills.
• Effective written and email communication.
• Commitment to Unity’s environmental focus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate engagement in baccalaureate-level courses in Animal Behavior and Training.
• Provide timely feedback and engagement with students.
• Conduct in-person classes on animal training practices.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong organizational skills

Proficient in digital tools

Communication

Education

Terminal degree (PhD, DVM) in animal science or related discipline

Master's degree with professional experience

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Pineland Campus - New Gloucester, ME 04260

About Unity:

At Unity Environmental University we are on a mission to make environmental education accessible and affordable to all. Our unique model combines a functional hierarchy and project-based structure through our four Sustainable Education Business Units (SEBUs) to promote collaboration and innovation (Unity Environmental University at Pineland, Distance Education, Hybrid Learning, and the Technical Institute for Environmental Professions). We prioritize our students' needs above all else, offering a variety of modalities, including in-person, hybrid, HyFlex, and online. Our innovative and inclusive culture prepares students to tackle real-world challenges and cultivate the next generation of environmental professionals and leaders who can make a positive impact on our world.

Our Mission:

We are dedicated to delivering quality education and experiences that produce outstanding environmentally competent professionals and inspire individuals from all walks of life to steward sustainable ecosystems.

About Unity Environmental University at Pineland:

Unity provides in-person, experiential learning that adapts to the unique circumstances of each student. Unity offers fully accredited bachelor's and master's degree programs, as well as non-degree credits, empowering learners to shape their own educational journey and become the changemakers our world needs. With 8 five-week terms for undergraduates, our model offers unparalleled flexibility. Courses at Pineland are taught in our state-of-the-art facilities, including HyFlex classrooms and laboratories, allowing students to immediately apply what they learn in their careers and lives. With a mixture of course offerings during the week, in the evenings, and on Saturdays, Unity’s in-person education is ideal for busy professionals who seek to advance their careers while still honoring commitments. Students learn hands‑on, integrating practical skills in and outside the classroom.

The Opportunity:

Unity Environmental University at Pineland is seeking enthusiastic individuals to teach Animal Behavior and Training courses for our in-person baccalaureate degree programs. Courses are taught on the Pineland Farms campus in New Gloucester, Maine and run for five weeks in eight terms during the year.

Day to day responsibilities

• This position is responsible for facilitating engagement in 5-week baccalaureate-level courses in Animal Behavior and Training focusing on practices and techniques used to train domestic, exotic, or wild animals for medical procedures, animal husbandry, animal handling needs, or to prepare them for successful reintroduction to wild habitats.
• Courses are taught in-person with an average of 20 students per course.
• Instructors must meet expectations for timely feedback, classroom engagement, and responsiveness to students.

Qualifications

Do you have the skills?

• The ideal candidate will possess a terminal degree (e.g. PhD, DVM) in an animal science, psychology, or related discipline or master’s degree with ample professional experience.
• Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately using e-mail and digital conferencing tools.
• Personal commitment to the environmental focus and mission of Unity Environmental University.

Desired skills:

• Experience teaching in-person at the postsecondary level.
• Experience using Canvas or other Learning Management System to facilitate learning.

The Location:

Unity Environmental University at Pineland’s curriculum is in person at our Pineland Farms campus in New Gloucester, Maine.

Benefits:

This is a temporary part time position and is not eligible for benefits.

To Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should click on the Apply Now button and submit a CV, cover letter, unofficial copies of all University/College transcripts, and points of contact for three references.