Part-Time Instructor, Humanities

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

A public educational institution is seeking a Part-Time Instructor for Humanities in Carson City. The role involves teaching courses, preparing syllabi, and maintaining student records. Candidates must possess at least a Master's degree, with preference for those with teaching experience and fluency in Spanish. The position is temporary and part-time, with ongoing applications accepted.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the specified discipline.
• Experience teaching college-level courses is preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish is desirable.
• Experience with distance education/online teaching modalities is desirable.
• Fluency in Spanish is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and be available to students during the contract.
• Prepare course syllabi and related instructional materials.
• Maintain student records and participate in meetings.
• Participate in orientation and faculty meetings as requested.
• Participate in student retention activities.

Skills

Teaching skills

Student engagement

Communication skills

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Master’s degree in Humanities or related field

Bachelor's degree

Experience with distance education/online teaching modalities (preferred)

Fluency in Spanish (desirable)

Job description

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Part-Time Instructor, Humanities

Apply locations WNC - Carson City WNC - Fallon WNC - Douglas time type Part time posted on Posted 9 Days Ago job requisition id R0148586

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Human Resources
[e-mail]
[phone]
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Teach assigned courses and be available to students during the contract period

• Prepare course syllabi, course outlines (if necessary) and related instructional materials

• Maintain student records, including attendance and grades

• Participate in orientation and faculty meetings as requested

• Participate in student retention activities

• Maintain student records in accordance with college and government regulations

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the specified discipline or a closely related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the Master's degree (i.e., BA+5 yrs related professional experience). A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching college level courses is preferred

• Experience with distance education/online-teaching modalities is desirable

• Fluency in Spanish is desirable

Additional Information

This is a part-time, temporary/seasonal position. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish an applicant pool. As vacancies occur, they are filled from the pool.

Compensation:

Click the link below to visit our Forms & Downloads page. The current rate for LOA compensation can be found by clicking on Letter of Appointment Salary Schedule under the list of Salary Schedules

Letter of Appointment Salary Schedule

Questions

Hiring Supervisor - If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application, please contact the hiring supervisor/department:

• Cassandra Luster, Division Assistant IIII

• [e-mail] OR 775-445-4469

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact:

[e-mail] | [phone]
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

15.0%

Required Attachment(s)

• Resume

• Unofficial Transcripts

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

Newly hired faculty must assure that their official transcript is sent by the degree granting institution(s) to Western Nevada College, Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment.

Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.

Employment is contingent on the completion of appropriate background verification, which may include criminal history, credit history, sex and violent offender registry, education verification, licensure, and employment history to be administered by the Western Nevada College Human Resources office.

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2201 West College Parkway

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