Temporary, Part-time Instructors in Technology & Innovation Master's Program (unsolicited)

Millersville University; Millersville (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Tuition waiver

Paid time off

Job summary

Millersville University is looking for Temporary, Part-time Instructors for its Technology and Innovation Master's Program. Applicants will teach graduate courses requiring a terminal degree and three years of professional teaching experience.

The position includes responsibilities for office hours and requires proficiency in teaching diverse populations, both in-person on campus and online. A strong commitment to inclusive teaching practices is essential in this dynamic academic environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of professional experience in teaching or training.
• Prepared to maintain an atmosphere of equity and diversity.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in Technology and Innovation Master's Program.
• Maintain office hours at a prorated number each week.
• Conduct lectures, discussions, and case studies effectively.

Skills

Proficiency in information technology to teaching

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to teach diverse student populations

Commitment to inclusive teaching practices

Education

Terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., J.D., M.F.A.) in relevant fields

Job description

Temporary, Part-time Instructors in Technology & Innovation Master's Program (unsolicited)

The Applied Engineering, Safety & Technology department is accepting applications for part‑time instructors to teach in its Technology and Innovation Master’s Program. The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as‑needed basis based on enrollment. Qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists.

A complete application comprises the following:

• Cover letter describing qualifications for the position.
• Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
• Copies of registrar‑issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
• Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials well in advance of the closing date to allow sufficient time for references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.

Position Salary: Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications as well as aligned with the details contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Millersville University Promotion Statement.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Retirement Plans – Choose from two excellent options
• Tuition Waiver
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge

Equal Opportunity for All: Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Teaching and Professional Responsibilities

Applicants will teach graduate courses in one or more of the following areas: Fostering Creativity by Design; Engineering, Ethics and AI; Applying Critical Thinking and Decision Making; or Leadership in Practice. In addition, applicants may teach courses in one or more of the concentrations offered under the program.

Courses are taught in‑person or fully online asynchronous or blended format and require comfort with the teaching methods that are best suited for such a format. Courses include lecture, discussion, case studies, and activities on creativity, design thinking, problem solving, innovation, decision making, leadership, and professional communication in both spoken and written form.

In‑person courses may be taught at various locations including, but not limited to, the Millersville University Campus, the Ware Center in Lancaster City, and the Chester County Intermediate Unit in Downingtown, PA. Applicants will need to have transportation and a willingness to travel to the assigned site as scheduling requires.

There is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment. Part‑time faculty members shall maintain a prorated number of office hours each week, at a minimum of twenty‑five (25) minutes for each workload hour taught.

This position requires in‑person instruction on Millersville University’s campus. It is contingent upon sufficient enrollments in assigned classes.

Required Qualifications

• A terminal degree such as a Ph.D., Ed.D., J.D., or M.F.A. in fields relevant to the content of the identified graduate courses.
• Three years of professional experience with documented effectiveness in teaching or training.
• Proficiency in the application of information technology to teaching and learning.
• Commitment to promote a safe and healthy learning and research environment.
• Evidence of ability to successfully teach diverse student populations.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and working with diverse student populations.
• Prepared to develop and maintain an atmosphere of equity and diversity within their classes.
• Successful interview.
• Successful teaching demonstration for class teaching assignments.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous graduate‑level teaching experience.
• Prior online college‑level teaching experience.

Essential Functions

• Ability to sit or stand while teaching; speak clearly; communicate via writing exceptionally well; understand verbal communication; use construction tools safely; move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms and stage areas; climb ladders; stoop or bend to pick things up.
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds without assistance.
• Occasionally lift/pull/push heavier items with assistance.
• Teach courses face‑to‑face and online using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, and appropriate tools and modes of delivery.
• Record grades, prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, and select appropriate textbooks and teaching aids.
• Use computer for email, information research, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online, and other related duties.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).