Adjunct instructors are primarily responsible for instruction and classroom/student maintenance.
Position Requirements:
A Doctoral degree in Public Health or in a related field
Teaching experience: Prior experience teaching at the graduate or undergraduate university level, including the use of Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle)
Practical expertise: Demonstrated history of successful health programming, grant writing, or policy implementation
Certifications: Professional certifications such as CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) or relevant management credentials
Research: A record of, or potential for, scholarly research and publication in peer-reviewed public health journals
Responsibilities
Attend a weekly feedback meeting with assigned EU administrator (Dean of Academic Affairs, Academic Advisor, or Program Director) to review student and classroom issues
Maintain accurate attendance (daily and weekly)
Make phone calls to students who have been absent
Review and administer pre- and post-testing in all appropriate courses
Administer required surveys and assessments in all appropriate courses
Notify registrar of changes in roster
Prevent "do not admit" students from entering class until cleared
Maintain an accurate and fair grading scheme for each student
Adhere to all University policies, rules, and regulations
Maintain formal, neat, legible, accurate, and organized course syllabi
Update attendance daily and grades weekly; ensure any physical student records of attendance and grades remain on campus in the designated area
Conduct class according to scheduled times
Prevent excessive breaks
Avoid dismissing classes early
Arrive at the University 20 minutes before the start of class fully prepared for each session
Be available to students 15 minutes prior to the beginning of class session for questions and advising
Submit grades no later than Monday 5pm EST following the end of each term
Ensure that students adhere to University Policy
Attend, if possible, graduation ceremonies
Maintain classrooms in a clean and orderly manner
Motivate, encourage, and assist students with academic issues and class attendance
Maintain current and accurate information related to the subjects taught
Complete annual professional development plans
Tutor students as necessary
Abide by all State, Federal, and/or University laws and rules pertaining to safety, health, and conduct
