Part Time / Adjunct - Education

Job Title: Part time/Adjunct

Classification: Faculty

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Education

College of Professional, Graduate and Extended Studies

Reports: Chair

FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt

Location: University City Graduate Center, Philadelphia, PA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in specific content areas as assigned by department chairpersons.

• Prepares and delivers lectures to students.

• Compiles, administers, and grades examinations.

• And all other relevant duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Doctorate and/or Master's degree. Master degree required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Teaching experience in an undergraduate/graduate institution.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to work with little or no supervision.

• Must be able to make decisions supporting the department's mission and goals.

• Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written.

• Must have interpersonal skills, and the ability to work within a culturally diverse organization.

• Must have a high level of professional appearance and demeanor.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule including possible evening and weekend work. The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend and reach.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Applicants must submit the following:

• An application letter detailing how the applicant meets the qualifications and responsibilities.

• A one-page statement on teaching philosophy interests.

• A current curriculum vitae or resume that includes information on education, experience, and ability related to the position.

• Copies of all college/university transcripts verifying degree(s) and/or coursework.

• The names and contact information for (3) three references.