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Graham Non-Credit Instructors

About the Department

The Graham School offers continuing Liberal Arts education programming for adult learners.

Job Summary

This position uses best practices, knowledge and experience to provide support to students and/or teachers. Guides teachers in individual instruction, assessment practices, consultation, or other academic services. Provides or prepares lesson plans, course outlines, assignments, or training in the design and development of assessment instruments.

Responsibilities

• Teaches sixteen (16) 1.5-hour course sections during the academic year, with a priority towards Basic Program Core and Alumni sequences as assigned by the Basic Program Chair. Course sections may be onsite or online, during regular program class hours.
• Attends monthly Basic Program Instructor staff meetings, and participates in professional development activities such as online training, pedagogy workshops, and staff retreats.
• Mentors new instructors and participates in professional development activities such as classroom observations.
• Represents the Graham School at public events, including new student orientation, Symposiums, and others.
• Performs initial and ongoing evaluation of students\' academic abilities and/or teacher-designed assessments. Monitors and documents progress and participation.
• Provides extra support for students and/or teachers, which may include tutorials, academic counseling, guidance services, individual consultation, and additional resources.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Advanced degree.

Experience:

• Background teaching in Graham School Basic Program.

Working Conditions

• This is a part-time position of approximately 6 hours per week.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Academic Affairs

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

6

Benefits Eligible

No

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

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