Adjunct Instructor - Biology Labs

About the role

Utah Valley University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach Biology Labs! Main Campus - Orem, Division: VP Academic Affairs.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses in the field of study.
• Plans, prepares and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabus, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and Lab materials) as necessary.
• Instructs, manages, and supervises individual and groups in 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.
• Maintains desirable and safe laboratory conditions.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of a bachelors degree in biology or a closely related area.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies, and techniques.
• Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of counseling and advising techniques.
• Knowledge of work experience programs (if appropriate for assignment).
• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
• Skill in public speaking and report writing.
• Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with people.
• Ability to utilize word-processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint/presentations, and other programs appropriate for the assignment.