Adjunct Faculty - Technique Courses (Spinal a

Northeast College of Health Sciences•Levittown, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Northeast College of Health Sciences is hiring adjunct faculty for technique courses in spinal adjusting and extremity adjusting in the Doctor of Chiropractic program at its Long Island campus. This is an in-person teaching role. Faculty instruct the curriculum and assess student learning, while also supporting the College’s mission through research and scholarly activities and service to the College and community, in accordance with the Faculty Handbook. Faculty plan and present course material; establish and communicate course objectives and requirements; select course materials; prepare and grade assessments; and assign grades without discrimination. They provide current material aligned with the curriculum, assess student comprehension and competency, and conduct unbiased outcome assessments. Instructors are expected to communicate clearly, organize and explain subject matter effectively, encourage student interaction, challenge and motivate students, and offer appropriate academic assistance and advising. Faculty clinicians must follow the policies and procedures for patient care at their assigned health center site. The role may also involve research, scholarly work, and service to the College, professional or academic communities, and the local community. The position is accountable to the Dean of Faculty and Research for educational program responsibilities and to the Dean of Clinical Education / Health Center Administrator for clinical responsibilities. Performance is evaluated yearly by the faculty supervisor in the areas of teaching, research and scholarly activities, and citizenship. Salary is $58.35 per hour for assisting and $68.96 per hour for leading. As an exempt employee, occasional commitments beyond the normal workweek may be required.

Requirements

Earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the field being taught from an accredited institution.
Faculty supervising clinical experiences must hold a license to practice in any jurisdiction where they are assigned.
Demonstrated aptitude for teaching health science students.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to function as part of a team.
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Plan and present course material; establish course objectives and requirements and communicate them to students.
Select and order texts and supplemental materials; prepare, administer, and grade papers and examinations; assign grades in accordance with the College’s nondiscrimination policy.
Provide appropriate, current course material consistent with the overall curriculum; support student comprehension and competency; and provide unbiased outcome assessments.
Explain subject matter and expectations clearly, organize material logically, recognize student comprehension levels, and emphasize important ideas.
Encourage student participation and interaction, respond sensitively to the class, treat students ethically, provide consultation time, and develop professional rapport.
Motivate and academically challenge students while demonstrating enthusiasm for the subject and teaching.
Assist, advise, and counsel students regarding coursework, and recognize when professional assistance may be needed for personal or academic concerns.
As a faculty clinician, adhere to policies and procedures for patient care at the assigned health center site.
Participate in research and scholarly activities, such as basic science or clinical research, authorship, or scholarly media production within one’s area of expertise.
Contribute to the College, professional or academic community, and local community through service.
Participate in other faculty activities as applicable, including laboratory, classroom, online, and health center instruction; course and curriculum development; student advising; enrollment management; and College governance.