Adjunct Faculty - Villanova Interdisciplinary Immigration Studies Training for Advocates
Adjunct Faculty - Villanova Interdisciplinary Immigration Studies Training for Advocates
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Job Description
The College of Professional Studies invites qualified individuals to apply for an Adjunct Faculty position to teach in the VIISTA Program (Villanova Interdisciplinary Immigration Studies Training for Advocates) a 100 online interdisciplinary educational program that trains students to become immigrant advocates ready to serve migrants and refugees. The Program is comprised of three modules. Module 1 focuses on how to successfully work with immigrants and is the foundation for the program. Modules 2 and 3 focus on immigration law and practice and are designed to train people to become Department of Justice DOJ partially accredited representatives (Module 2 or fully accredited representatives (Module 3. We are seeking instructors for all three modules. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova Universitys mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand respect and can contribute to the Universitys mission and values.
Duties And Responsibilities
* Conducting in a professional manner all assigned classes per guidance and policies from the University and College of Professional Studies. * Preparing and submitting accurate and precise student grades and other assigned documents when due. * Regularly assessing formative and summative student work product assignments and activities including providing written feedback on Discussion Boards audio and video recordings. * Actively engaging in learning community so that the Instructors presence is regularly felt by the students. * Building a strong online learning community. * Answering student questions and providing guidance where appropriate. * Attendance at collegewide meetings and events (virtual or inperson as appropriate). * Supporting and following college policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
* Law degree including experience in immigration law practice. * Committed to excellence in teaching.
Preferred Qualifications
* Specific knowledge of Blackboard Canvas and other Instructional Design Tools as well as Web Conferencing Tools. * Strong understanding of adult learning principles and theories. * Experience teaching online particularly in a higher education setting is recommended.
Work Schedule
parttime/12months
Employment Type
Temp
