Adjunct Instructor - Information Systems & Technology

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Type: Adjunct/Overload Teaching

Job Number: FY2300692

Closing: 8/31/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem

Division: College of Technology/Computing

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking an Adjunct to assist the College of Technology/Computing!

Summary of Responsibilities

Under administrative direction from the program coordinator, department chair, and dean, adjunct faculty shall perform some or all of the following duties:

• Design and teach courses in the field of information systems or information technology.

• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.

• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, etc.) as necessary. Instructs, manages, and supervises students in classrooms and computer labs using appropriate teaching methods.

• Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods and in consultation with full-time faculty.

• Prepares and administers assessment instruments, an assessment report, and improvement plan in accordance with department specifications for ABET accreditation.

• Works closely with an assigned full-time faculty member to ensure academic standards, department standards, and course/program outcomes are met in each class taught.

• Maintains a student-oriented approach to education. Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow up.

• Coordinates engaged and/or service-learning work experience programs with students as assigned.

• Assists counselors, department chairperson and or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.

• Serves on curriculum committees and attends meetings as assigned.

• 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.

• Is thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adheres to these policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited 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, Skill, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies, and techniques.

• Extensive knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.

• Extensive knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, and program development and evaluation.

• Thorough knowledge of the appropriate field of study.

• Knowledge of work experience programs (if appropriate for assignment).

• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.

• Excellent public speaking and writing skills.

• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.

• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.

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