Adjunct Faculty, ELSA Career Exploration

Job Summary

The Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy ( ELSA ) is a four-year, post-secondary certificate program for young adults, ages 18-28, with differing abilities. We are seeking an individual to teach an ELSA course:

ELS 021 Career Exploration (Spring Semester – Monday/Wednesday 10:30-11:35)

• This course introduces students to various skills necessary for learning about career paths, fundamental career/academic decisions, and vocational interests and aptitudes.
• Students will gain knowledge and experience through participation in in-class activities, discussion, research, and occupational laboratory experiences in the community. Topics of discussion will focus on career paths, employment, and the world of work.

To be a successful ELSA Adjunct, candidates should be invested in collaboration, want to work in higher education, and be open to working with students with varying abilities.

Essential Functions

• Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction.
• Collaborates with Director and other adjunct faculty to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum as needed for mastery of course content.
• Provides students with assessment and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
• Documents student progress and maintains accurate records such as attendance, grading, and achievement of student learning outcomes.
• Demonstrates flexibility in working and problem solving with staff regarding student/class needs.
• Maintains office hours.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Special Education, Higher Education, Counseling or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to collaborate and build rapport with students.

Preferred Qualifications

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Employee is subject to indoor work, protected from weather conditions. Work is sedentary in nature and involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently/constantly in order to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Work Hours

Class offerings are primarily during the day (8:00 am – 4:00 pm). See Job Summary for specific information for the upcoming academic year.

Posting Date

07/10/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested candidates should electronically submit:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy

Please provide 1 reference, including name, phone number and email. This may be included in applicant’s cover letter or optional “other” document.

If you have any questions, please contact Jane Cannata, Director of ELSA, at jane.cannata@elmhurst.edu.

Review of credentials will begin as soon as possible.

Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University is among the top-ranked colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University’s mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an equal opportunity Employer. Elmhurst University prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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