Adjunct Instructor for Multiculturalism and English Language Learners in Classrooms

Chenega Corp • Lawrence, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Adjunct Instructor for Multiculturalism and English Language Learners in Classrooms will serve as a subject matter expert to assist Haskell Indian Nations University in developing and implementing college-level and developmental courses. This role involves facilitating student matriculation into various academic programs, developing course syllabi, assessment instruments, and selecting educational materials. The instructor will also implement and update curricula to meet national, state, and local requirements, and utilize software applications to report on learning and assessment outcomes. A key responsibility is holding office hours to support students and submitting grades by university deadlines. The instructor is expected to attend relevant university and departmental meetings, administer end-of-course evaluations, and adhere to accreditation requirements. The course itself introduces teacher candidates to the diverse demographics in the U.S. and their implications for education, focusing on principles for working with English Language Learners and exploring how factors like class, ethnicity, race, religion, language, gender, sexual orientation, age, and abilities influence students' lives. The course aims to identify responsive approaches that draw from students' cultures and communities while supporting democratic citizenship. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master’s, a terminal degree, or an appropriate graduate degree in the subject matter being taught (EXCEPT for Indigenous languages).
• Clear communicator.
• Able to teach with ample real-world experience.
• Able to show confidence teaching and presenting to a class.
• Technologically savvy: can utilize email, different online learning systems, and other ways to communicate with students.
• Passion for specific academic fields and education in general.
• Clearly understands curriculum design, pedagogy, and learning outcome alignment.
• Help first-year students adjust to the university, develop a better understanding of the learning process, and acquire essential academic success skills.
• Introduction to human communication theory with practice in developing speaking skills in the intrapersonal, interpersonal, and public communication context.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student matriculation in associate baccalaureate programs and transfers to other colleges or universities.
• Develop and provide course syllabi, assessment and evaluative instruments, and textbook selections in compliance with university guidelines.
• Implement and assist in updating curricula to ensure student learning meets national, state, and local requirements.
• Access software applications/programs to report data for all courses taught regarding learning outcomes, assessment outcomes, and recommendations for instructional improvement.
• Hold one (1) office hour per 3 credit hour course per week to answer student questions and assist in course completion.
• Submit grades on forms provided by the university before 4:00 pm to the Office of the Vice-President for Academics by the Tuesday after finals week.
• Attend relevant university-wide and departmental meetings, such as accreditation meetings, assessment meetings, and orientation for new faculty.
• Administer and return End of the Course Student Evaluations to the respective Dean.
• Adhere to accreditation requirements for Haskell Indian Nations University in academic policies and other academic requirements.

Benefits

• Professional development plan focused on helping team members identify and use their strengths.
• Opportunities to sharpen skills and gain hands-on experience.
• On-the-job learning experiences.
• Formal development programs.
• Well-being programs.
• Supportive culture that celebrates individuals and offers flexibility.
• Corporate citizenship initiatives focused on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level