Assistant Professor of History

Position Description Summary/Purpose :

The Goodwin University School of Applied Liberal Arts and of Social Sciences invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of History. Full-time faculty members at Goodwin University are responsible for maintaining the highest academic standards in their disciplines. Faculty teach 15 credits hours per semester- 3 semesters per year - online and on ground. They are expected to stay current with disciplinary trends and teaching methods; participate in university, professional, and community service; and engage in scholarly work related to teaching and learning.

Essential Duties:

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

• Abiding by and upholding Goodwin's mission, policies, and core values.
• Advising assigned students concerning their academic plans and progress, academic schedule, and other academic activities.
• Teaching all courses according to approved syllabi.
• Ensuring that each course contains essential curricular components, has appropriate content and pedagogy, and maintains currency.
• Holding all assigned classes are as scheduled.
• Maintaining office hours as required, while maintaining a flexible schedule that best facilitates student learning and access.
• Assessing student academic achievement and modifying teaching techniques in accordance with assessment feedback.
• Submitting reports in an accurate and timely manner including attendance, grades, and other related documentation.
• Engaging with other faculty in the development, implementation, and evaluation of content area goals and curricular alignment based on assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Attending all university, school, and content area meetings as required.
• Attending professional learning activities to remain informed of current trends and innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
• Participating in service to the school, University, and the profession.
• Engaging in scholarly work relevant to disciplinary expertise (e.g., publications, presentations).
• Performing other related duties, as assigned by the Director of History and the Dean

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum master’s degree in History.
• Minimum two years of successful experience teaching History to undergraduates.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in developing curriculum and instruction in undergraduate education.
• Experience with the application of and training in Universal Design for Learning.
• Ability to analyze, synthesize, and interpret student learning outcome data to improve teaching and learning.
• Established skill in teaching in on ground and on-line environments.
• Established skill in using web-based applications and learning management software.
• Proven ability to relate well to others within the higher education academic environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• A commitment to the academic, emotional, and social development of all students.

Applicants MUST submit a resume/CV AND a letter of interest (cover letter).

Thank you for your interest in Goodwin University and for taking the time to apply for a job opportunity with us. We are currently reviewing applications and may contact those individuals whose experience aligns with the qualifications of this position.