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Adjunct Instructor – Lifelong Learning Pathway (CASAS Test Preparedness)

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Washington - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

Number of Vacancies: TBD

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Employment Status: Part Time Temporary

Pay Plan Series & Grade: ES0000/0000/01

Salary Range: varies depending on assignment.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location:3100 Martin Luther King Jr SE Washington DC 20032

Brief Description of Duties

The University of the District of Columbia is a public land grant institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality career focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge skills and credentials needed to launch enhance or change Instructor must teach all assigned classes and hours as determined by semester course schedule; Incumbents will be required to prepare and deliver relevant curriculum to students in the using a variety of teaching methods to include but not limited to lecture class discussion demonstration labs and projects. The University of the District of Columbia Division of Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning (UDCWDLL) a branch of the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is seeking enthusiastic and qualified Adjunct Instructors interested in teaching Test Preparedness workshops and/or courses aligned with the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems (CASAS) assessment.

The CASAS placement assessment is the most comprehensive Adult Student assessment of basic and academic skills for youth and adults throughout the U.S. (). Most WDLL applicants/students are required to meet minimum specified CASAS scores in order to enroll in WDLL Pathway courses. Selected Adjunct Instructors will present and review the knowledge and skills to appropriately review and utilize assessment preparation resources specifically for the Math and Language Arts assessment components to provide lessons and workshops in addition to test preparation activities that enhance and increase the likelihood of assessment takers outcome(s). Selected Adjunct Instructors will teach reoccurring shortterm intensive sessions designed to complement enrollment periods and semesterlong (regular) Math and/or Language Arts fundamentals courses as needed.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide handson guided differentiated instruction to students enrolled in the courses as specified in the schedule and course contract.
  • Participate in evaluating and selecting assigned text and instructional materials; prepare course materials and lesson plans.
  • Conduct efficient and effective classroom management.
  • Provide students with an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes teaching methodology attendance policies in line with those of the institution texts and readings assignments and deliverables timelines and evaluation criteria.
  • Use the institutions learning management system to post syllabus assignments and other materials and to communicate with students in a timely manner.
  • Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging assignments that demonstrate the realworld applications of concepts covered.
  • Regularly communicates and refers students to university and divisionwide student success (academic and career) opportunities resources services events and information to assist students in removing and/or mitigating barriers to employment to achieve their educational and career goals.
  • Maintain records of enrollment and attendance assessments and grades and submit class rosters and grade sheets by the deadlines established by the institution.
  • Provide an educational environment conducive to learning establishing and maintaining classroom control.
  • Encourage students to submit course evaluations/surveys review course evaluations and use feedback to improve course delivery.
  • Attend all required meetings to stay abreast of all pathwayspecific and divisionwide policies requirements and expectations.
  • Review and adhere to the WDLL Faculty/Instructor guide.
  • Meet with the Dean or Pathway Director as needed to discuss all aspects of the course including student progress and curriculum development (may be required to provide input into program development) on a regular basis.
  • Adhere to University and divisionspecific policies and guidelines in all matters concerning academics and student and staff conduct.
  • Provide student progress reports to the Pathway Director.

Minimum Job Requirement
  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience in subject matter area
  • Prior teaching experience in the subject field/industry or must demonstrate evidence of teaching potential.
  • Must possess current certification in subject matter (Certification must be the same as the course being taught).
  • Be familiar with subject area certification processes guidelines and procedures.

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment: Temporary employment may be ended at anytime with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit: Dependent upon certain criteria this position may be eligible for representation and require payment of union fees through direct payroll deduction.

Employment Benefits: Due to the temporary nature of this appointment this position is ineligible for benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation family responsibilities matriculation physical handicap or political affiliation.

Notice of NonDiscrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977 as amended D.C. Official Code Section 21401.01 et. seq. (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation gender identity or expression familial status family responsibilities matriculation political affiliation genetic information disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H1B). This job is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

DrugFree Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the DrugFree Workplace Act of 1988 the individual selected to fill this position will as a condition of employment be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor in writing not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a satisfactory background investigation is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia Office of Talent Management Only.

Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Talent Management at (202).

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities women veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the Universitys EO Policy Statement please visit: .

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