Adjunct Instructor- Education
University of Saint Mary
Location
Leavenworth, Kansas
Quick overview
The adjunct instructor is responsible for teaching assigned education courses, preparing syllabi, and delivering curriculum. They must also assess learning outcomes, mentor students, and maintain accurate attendance and grade records.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold at least a master's degree in education or a related field and possess a valid teacher licensure at the PK-12 level. A minimum of five years of teaching experience is required for this role.
Job description
The University of Saint Mary is conveniently located a short 30 minutes’ drive from Parkville, Shawnee, Basehor and Kansas City, Kansas. USM offer all full-time employees Medical, Dental, Vision, University Paid Basic Life & AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability along with a generous Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependents under the age of 24 years old.
The history of the university of saint mary
The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.
Position summary
The University of Saint Mary is seeking an adjunct faculty member in education. This position is a pool position meaning that openings may or may not be currently available. Your application for this position will be kept current for a period of two years.
Essential functions
- Teach classes as assigned from the regular education program curriculum.
- Prepare syllabi and deliver curriculum appropriate for the course assigned.
- Appropriately respond to student needs and feedback.
- Assess the course learning outcomes.
- Foster an inclusive educational environment to serve all learners.
- Maintain student attendance records in accordance with university policy.
- Submit mid-term and final grades on time.
- Advise and/or mentor students through electronic communications and other appropriate methods.
- Complete all required training, including training on Engage LMS.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- Candidates should have a master’s level degree or above in education, curriculum and development or educational leadership; holds or is eligible to hold teacher licensure at the PK-12 level; and a minimum five years teaching experience.
- Affinity with the Mission of the University of Saint Mary.
TO APPLY
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.
Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Questions
email human resources at hr@stmary.edu [hr@stmary.edu]
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Remission
- University Paid Basic Life & AD&D