Adjunct Instructor - Human Geography

About SUNY Old Westbury:

The State University of New York at Old Westbury is a dynamic and diverse public liberal arts college that fosters academic excellence through close interaction among students, faculty and staff. Old Westbury weaves the values of integrity, community engagement, and global citizenship into the fabric of its academic programs and campus life. In an environment that cultivates critical thinking, empathy, creativity and intercultural understanding, we endeavor to stimulate a passion for learning and a commitment to building a more just and sustainable world. The College is a community of students, teachers, staff, and alumni bound together in mutual support, respect, and dedication to the Mission.

Job Description:

The History and Philosophy Department at SUNY Old Westbury regularly seeks to hire adjunct instructors to teach courses as needed in the department. The History and Philosophy Department offers a B.A. degree in History with a liberal arts track and a social studies track and a B.A degree in Philosophy and Religion. Geography courses are required for the History major as well as other programs on campus and are housed in the History and Philosophy department. These courses also serve the general education curriculum. Candidates for adjunct positions should have a record of high-quality teaching in support of the College Mission.

We are seeking applicants who can teach the following types of introductory Geography courses:

• Intro to Geography

• Human Geography

• World Regional Geography

• Introductory GIS

If you are qualified to teach other geography courses in addition to the courses mentioned above (for example on the geography specific world region), please indicate this in your letter of application.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Master's degree in Geography or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or ABD in Geography or closely related field.

• Previous teaching experience at the college level.

• Experience teaching a culturally diverse student population.

Additional Information:

The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

The State University of New York at Old Westbury is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to participate in the selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources/Affirmative Action located in the Campus Center, Room I-211 or by calling (516) 876-3179.

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Application Instructions:

Please submit the following online at: https://oldwestbury.interviewexchange.com:

• letter of application,
• CV,
• one letter of recommendation (signed, on letterhead),
• transcript of highest degree earned,
• contact information (name, email address and telephone number) for three (3) references,
• a fully completed Old Westbury employment application (available during the online application process).

Only applications submitted online will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open until filled.

Please indicate in your cover letter if you are available to teach during the day, evening, or both, and course preference as well.

Academic departments will not be accepting phone inquiries regarding your resume.

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, women and people of color to apply.

Employment in this position will be contingent on the College's verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and SUNY Old Westbury polices, including the completion of pre-employment screening.