Adjunct Instructor, Teacher Education (Middle School and High School)
- Employer
- Lindenwood University
- Location
- Missouri, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 28, 2019
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Other Education, Special Education, Teacher Education, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Adult & Continuing Education Programs
- Employment Level
- Adjunct
- Employment Type
- Part Time
Job Details
JOB TITLE SUMMARY
Job t itle : Adjunct Instructor, Teacher Education ( Middle School and High School)
Department : Teacher Education
Evaluation g roup: Adjunct Instructor
Grade: Graduate and Undergraduate
Location: St. Charles, MO
Reports to: Assistant Dean, Teacher Education
Summary
An a djunct instructor of teacher education for i nitial middle school and high school is responsible for teaching, service, and related administrative activities. This position may also include academic advising, program design, and student mentoring.
Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position . Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
Teaching and Learning
- Focus on the talents, interests, and future of the student by
clearly communicating learning goals and how those goals are
assessed, teaching course sessions in an organized way, providing
time for reflection, discussion, and application of ideas or
information and by making learning engaging and interesting.
- Develop adaptive thinking and problem-solving skills by using
examples or illustrations to explain difficult points, encourage
students to question ideas or information in the subject, adjust
instruction if students experience difficulties in learning, help
students to understand the language and processes of the subject,
and help students to think through and solve problems, either by
themselves or together as a group.
- Further lifelong learning by providing useful feedback on tests
or completed assignments, using assessment results to provide extra
help or extended learning opportunities.
- Establish a positive, productive, and respectful classroom
environment that is conducive to learning.
- Hold all classes as scheduled and be punctual in starting and
ending classes.
- Enforce/respect u niversity policies, procedures, and rules and
inform the appropriate u niversity official of any violations or
inappropriate conduct by students that cannot be redressed through
normal faculty intervention.
- Distribute the syllabus, by the first class meeting, to each
student enrolled in each course taught.
- Follow the established course schedule, and when needed,
provide written notice of any substantial change(s).
- Require use of the course text(s) to an extent that warrants
purchase.
- Ensure that students receive reasonable and timely assistance
with course assignments/assessments as requested.
- Administer either an exam or other evaluative activity during
the scheduled final exam time for every course.
- Determine final grades as per the method prescribed in
syllabi.
- Mentoring, such as promoting volunteer opportunities,
conducting research with students, providing curricular
enhancements or extensions, tutoring, promoting resume building
initiatives, promoting responsible citizenship inside and outside
of the campus, promoting leadership opportunities, connecting
students with u niversity resources, helping students to solve
problems or adapt their thinking, and promoting healthy and ethical
lifestyles
- Providing an unwavering example of professionalism
- Complete any other requirements as requested by the dean.
- Engage in scholarly activities and creative endeavors , which
contribute to the academic mission of the u niversity.
- Supervise laboratories, independent study activities, and
off-campus learning such as practicums and internships .
- Participate in shared governance assuming positions of
responsibility by volunteering for u niversity events and
initiatives, participating in co-curricular activities, and
recruiting.
- Exhibit interpersonal effectiveness with and respect for
students, colleagues, and administrators by acting as a team player
and coordinating work behavior with colleagues.
- Design, develop , and teach assigned undergraduate and graduate
courses and seminars.
Required Qualifications – Required qualifications to effectively perform the job. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. (Additional requirements may be designated by position . )
- Master’s d egree in education or related degree.
- Doctorate or Ed. specialist highly preferred.
- Certified teacher with five or more years of service teaching
middle school or high school.
- Google Level 1 Certification. If candidate does not have
certification upon hiring, they must earn Level 1 certification
within the first semester of hire.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from
diverse communities and cultures
- Excellent written and communication skills.
- Ability to think critically and solve problems
independently.
- Ability to be organized and work on multiple tasks
simultaneously.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canvas
, and CAMS.
- Working knowledge and experience using Google Suite
Applications and other P-12 educational platforms.
- General office and/or classroom conditions.
- Ability to communicate with others through speaking, listening,
reading , and writing.
- Stamina to teach class as required.
- Ability to stand or sit for extended time periods.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function
.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to education programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.
Company
Founded in 1832, Lindenwood is a dynamic four-year institution dedicated to excellence in higher education. Our historic campus is situated in the heart of Saint Charles, Mo., a growing community of more than 65,000 just west of St. Louis.
Lindenwood University is known nationally and internationally for innovation, entrepreneurship, and extraordinary dedication to students. We believe that education is the way to personal freedom and responsibility, which are the keystones of any democracy. We have a heritage that dates back nearly 200 years. In that time, we have learned how to educate in a way that helps each student become an enlightened, principled citizen of a global community.
Lindenwood is an independent institution firmly rooted in Judeo-Christian values. Those values include belief in an ordered, purposeful universe, the dignity of work, the worth and integrity of the individual, the obligations and privileges of citizenship, and the primacy of truth.
Lindenwood is a great place to work, and we would love for you to join us as we strive daily to accomplish our University mission: REAL EXPERIENCE. REAL SUCCESS. Enhancing lives through quality education and professional preparatory experiences.
Lindenwood University is home to over 800 full- and part-time faculty and over 400 staff members that work together to provide more than 100 degree programs to students from every state and over 70 countries through values-centered education that lead to development of the whole person.
Our faculty, staff, and administration are committed to an integrative curriculum that focuses on the talents, interests, and future of our students.
Lindenwood values its employees and provides MANY employee perks including great tuition benefits!
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