Part-Time – School of Hospitality Management - Adjunct Instructor

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA seeks a part-time instructor to teach Hospitality Management courses in person during spring, summer, and/or fall semesters. Responsibilities include content development, preparing learning materials, presenting subjects, and assessing student learning in alignment with course objectives.

Adjunct instructors typically teach one to two courses. Communication with the hiring department and Penn State systems such as LionPath, Starfish, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field or Bachelor’s degree with appropriate years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with content development and instruction
• Prepare learning materials and activities
• Present specified subjects and assess student learning
• Lead learning activities in line with course description and objectives
• Teach one to two courses per adjunct assignment
• Follow safety and emergency protocols during class trips
• Communicate with hiring department and Penn State systems (LionPath, Starfish)

Skills

Content development

Course instruction

Student assessment

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree with related work experience

Tools

LionPath

Starfish

Penn State email system

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State University, located in State College, PA, is seeking a part-time instructor to teach Hospitality Management courses in person during the spring, summer, and/or fall semesters.

• Assisting with content development and instruction
• Preparation of learning materials and activities
• Presentation of specific subjects, assessments of student learning
• Leading learning course activities in accordance with assigned course description and prescribed learning objectives
• Adjunct instructors typically teach one to two courses
• Following appropriate protocols in the instance of student illness/injury or emergency during class trips
• Communication with hiring department and with Penn State propriety systems including Penn State email, LionPath, and Starfish systems.

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.

Requirements and Qualifications

The minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in related field or Bachelor’s degree with appropriate years of work experience in the related field.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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