• Job Description

  Req#: 4728620

  Position Announcement

  Utah Valley University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for the Criminal Justice Department.

  Summary of Responsibilities

  • Plans, prepares, and teaches an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
  • Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary.
  • Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms and laboratories using appropriate teaching methods.
  • Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
  • Maintains a student-oriented approach to education.
  • Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
  • Assists advisors, Department Chairperson, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
  • Improves professionally and maintains currency in the courses taught by reading and utilizing materials found in trade, technical, and professional publications; surveying and researching industrial and business establishments; obtaining and maintaining certification and degrees as required; attending professional and specialty courses; keeping abreast of new development trends, and techniques.
  • Maintains desirable and safe classroom conditions.
  • Maintains knowledge of current UVU technology (i.e. Canvas) via continuous training offered through the Office of Teaching and Learning.

  Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in the subject matter or a closely related area, and two years of teaching or closely related professional experience.

  Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, program development, and assessment.
  • Thorough knowledge of the appropriate field of study.
  • Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies, and techniques.
  • Skill in public speaking and report writing.
  • Skill in using current technology.
  • Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
  • Ability to apply general principles effectively to specific conditions.
  • Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
  • Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and administrators from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

  EEO Statement:

  UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

• About the company

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