Adjunct Professor of Education/Adult Education

Brief Description of Duties

The University of the District of Columbia is a public land grant institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers.

Incumbents must teach all assigned classes and hours as determined by semester course schedule; Incumbents will be required to prepare and deliver relevant curriculum to students using a variety of teaching methods to include, but not limited to, lecture, class discussion, demonstration labs, and projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses as specified in the schedule and course contract.
• Evaluates and select texts and instructional materials; prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Provides students an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the institution, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria.
• Uses the institution’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
• Delivers course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered.
• Maintains records of enrollment and attendance, assessments and grades, submit class rosters and grade sheets by the deadlines established by the institution.
• Provides a classroom environment conducive to learning, establishing and maintaining classroom control.
• Encourages students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available and use feedback to improve course delivery.
• Attends all meetings, ceremonies and official functions as specified by the Chief Academic Officer, Chief Community College Officer and/or Dean.
• Attends one or more orientation session(s) to become familiar with the Institution’s mission and teaching philosophy, policies and procedures and the learning management system.
• Meets with the Dean or Department Chair/Division Director as needed to discuss all aspects of the course including student progress and curriculum development (may be required to provide input into program development).
• Adheres to University policies and guidelines in all matters concerning academics and student and staff conduct.

Minimum Job Requirement

• Master’s degree or doctorate in subject area(s) relevant to course assignments for PreK-12 Education or Adult Education.
• Prior teaching experience or must demonstrate evidence of teaching potential and/or corporate/industry training.