Adjunct Instructor, Honors College â Humans of RVA (Rolling Pool)
Adjunct Instructor, Honors College â Humans of RVA (Rolling Pool)
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Job Description
The Honors College at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is seeking part-time adjunct instructors to teachHumans of RVA and VCU a required 1-credit experiential learning and community engagement course for first-year Honors students in the fall. The course explores the nature of community Richmonds history and students roles in civic engagement while fostering an understanding of the connections between community involvement social justice and social change. Students will develop communication skills to engage ethically and effectively with diverse populations and inspired byHumans of New York will interview Richmond-area residents and share their stories on social media to challenge stereotypes and embrace the complexity of individual experiences drawing on Chimamanda Ngozi Adichies concept of the danger of a single story.
Typical Duties
Positionresponsibilities duties include (but are not limited to):
- Facilitate the course objectives
- Meet all designated course instruction guidelines
- Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner based on instructions/rubric provided
- Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours
- Submit final grades according to College and department policies
Minimum Qualifications
- Masters degree in an academic discipline
- Community engagement experience
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect professionalism and civility with a population of faculty staff and students from various backgrounds and experiences or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
- College-level teaching experience
- Familiarity with the Richmond community including its history and key social issues
Additional Information
This applicant pool willbe used on an as-needed basis. Applications will remain active for one yearand you may reapply annually if interested. Only candidates selected for aninterview will be contacted.
Jackie Smith-Mason
Employment Type
Temp
