Part Time NADSP Human Services Instructor

Niagara Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 1,128,254 - 1,377,600; Part time

Job summary

SUNY Niagara invites applications for a Part Time NADSP Human Services Instructor on the Sanborn campus in NY. The instructor will co-teach Direct Support Professional courses (Level I & II) and oversee preparation and internship components for NADSP certifications.

Strong communication, diverse student engagement, and ability to adapt teaching to ADA provisions are essential. Attendance at in-person meetings and professional development is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or 5 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience teaching adults in a higher education setting is desirable.
• Comfort with classroom technologies and training delivery.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach courses in formats including on campus, hybrid, blended, or online.
• Hold office hours in person or virtually.
• Report on student learning outcomes and final grades each semester.

Education

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, rehabilitative services, health care, psychology, or a related field

5 years experience in Direct Support with a bachelor’s degree in a helping/health care field

Prior teaching experience at the college level

Experience with classroom technologies

Conducted employee training within your agency

Tools

Office software

Job description

Part Time NADSP Human Services Instructor

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Part Time NADSP Human Services Instructor

Position Category

Position Category Faculty

Position Status

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Advertised Salary

Department

Department Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Working Hours

Working Hours Days & Times varies

General Description

SUNY Niagara is participating in an OPWDD grant for providing instruction to employees of community agencies with Direct Support Professionals to complete the NADSP DSP -I and DSP -II Certifications. The part-time instructor will co‑teach courses with a lead professor in Human Services including Direct Support Professional – Level I and II Prep and Human Services Internship courses.

Applicants must be able to attend in-person meetings, professional development, and other obligations on the Sanborn campus even if teaching online.

Remuneration for persons teaching at least 3 credits in a semester: $915 per lecture hour/$819 per lab hour.

Typical Work Activities

• Co‑teach courses in the delivery format agreed upon (on campus, hybrid, blended, or online)
• Hold office hours (in person or virtual as appropriate)
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester

Essential Functions

Ability to work with and teach a diverse student population. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, co‑workers, supervisors and the campus community. Must be able to develop, prepare, and present information. Must be able to operate computers and must adjust any teaching to the Americans with Disabilities Act provisions.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, rehabilitative services, health care, psychology, or a related field OR 5 years experience in the field of Direct Support and a bachelor’s degree in a helping, health care, or related profession.

Desirable Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the college level,
• Experience with classroom technologies,
• Conducted employee training within your agency.

License(s)/Certifications

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!

SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world‑class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state‑of‑the‑art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on‑campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state‑of‑the‑art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.

The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFICI) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European‑style pastry café, at NFCI.

Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Number F192P

Open Date 06/30/2023

Open Until Filled Yes

Human Resources
A261 Notar Administration Building
3111 Saunders Settlement Road Sanborn, NY 14132
Phone - 716-614-5950, Fax: [phone]
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