About the Role
Seton College, a new division of the University of Mount Saint Vincent, seeks an Adjunct Professor to teach Communication courses. This role involves fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment for first-generation and underserved students, preparing them for bachelor's degree programs or professional careers.
Responsibilities
- Teach 3 credits in subject area of expertise using effective teaching practices for first-generation students.
- Provide an up-to-date syllabus for students.
- Maintain an engaging and welcoming classroom setting that promotes high standards and inclusivity.
- Actively contribute to a professional learning community by participating in professional development.
- Be present and available to students on campus during office hours.
Requirements
- Master's degree in the subject area required; doctorate preferred.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching and use of active-learning pedagogy.
- Commitment to engaging students beyond the classroom experience.
- Willingness to continuously improve teaching practices and collaborate within a learning community.
- Strong commitment to serving a diverse student population, including underserved, minority, and first-generation college students.
- Student-centered philosophy aligned with the mission of the University of Mount Saint Vincent to educate the whole person.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Proactive and creative approach to problem-solving.
- Experience working with HEOP students is highly encouraged.
Skills
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Writing skills
- Presentation skills
- Organizational skills
- Active-learning pedagogy
Location
- Riverdale Campus of UMSV
Work Type
- Adjunct
- Part-time
Education Level
- Master's degree
- Doctorate preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $1000 per credit
About the Company
- Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university.
- Seton College is a new two-year college division of UMSV that will offer an associate’s degree for 100 students that have been historically underserved, who may require additional academic support, and who are motivated for post-secondary success annually beginning in the 2024–2025 academic year.
- The program’s goal is to prepare students to enroll in a bachelor’s degree program or to begin their professional careers.
- Seton College students will study on the Riverdale Campus of UMSV and have full access to UMSV’s facilities and programs.
